Pterostylis smaragdyna
Also known as: The Emerald Colored Pterostylis or Bunochilus smaragdynus Emerald-lip Leafy Greenhood Orchid in the subfamily: Orchidoideae
General Information
The Emerald Colored Pterostylis is a cold to warm growing orchid belonging to the sub family Orchidoideae.
Altitude
30 - 200 m
0
2500
Flower Size
2.2 - 2.2 cm
Small
Medium
Large
Temperature
0 - 22 °C
Cold
Cool
Intermediate
Warm
Hot
Plant Description
Each new growth has numerous erect leaves
Flowers
Numerous blossoms appear during Winter
Blooming Season
- Winter
Substrate(s)
- Coarse
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.
