Pterostylis trullifolia

Also known as: The Spade or Pterostylis trullifolia var. gracilis Pterostylis rubella Diplodium trullifolium in the subfamily: Orchidoideae

Native to: New Zealand

General Information

The Spade is a cool growing orchid belonging to the sub family Orchidoideae native to New Zealand.

Plant Description

Each new growth has numerous erect oblong shaped leaves

Flowers

Numerous blossoms appear during Autumn and Spring

Blooming Season

• Autumn
• Spring

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.