Pterostylis russellii
Also known as: Russell's Pterostylis or Russel's Greenhood in the subfamily: Orchidoideae
Native to: Queensland - Australia
General Information
Russell's Pterostylis is a cold to cool growing orchid belonging to the sub family Orchidoideae native to Australia.
Altitude
100 - 500 m
0
2500
Flower Size
1.5 - 2 cm
Small
Medium
Large
Temperature
0 - 15 °C
Cold
Cool
Intermediate
Warm
Hot
Light
22000 - 22000 lux
Full Shade
Low
Medium
High
Full Sun
Plant Description
Each new growth has numerous erect leaves
Flowers
Numerous blossoms appear during Autumn and Winter
Blooming Season
- Autumn
- Winter
Climate
Grows at low elevations.
Fertiliser
These plants do well with slow release fertiliser at the rate of 2-3 pellets per cup (250ml) of media. Additional fertiliser during the growth period may be beneficial, but not necessary.
