Rhomboda alticola
Also known as: The High Elevation Rhomboda or Rhomboda alticola var. alticola Rhomboda alticola var. finisterrae Zeuxine curvata
General Information
The High Elevation Rhomboda is a cold growing orchid.
Altitude
2000 - 2650 m
0
2500
Flower Size
2 - 2.3 cm
Small
Medium
Large
Temperature
0 - 8 °C
Cold
Cool
Intermediate
Warm
Hot
Light
8000 - 8000 lux
Full Shade
Low
Medium
High
Full Sun
Plant Description
Each new growth has numerous erect elliptic, lance shaped, terete shaped leaves
Flowers
Numerous blossoms appear during Summer and Autumn
Blooming Season
- Autumn
- Summer
Climate
Grows at high 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.
