Roeperocharis bennettiana

Also known as: Bennet's Roeperocharis or Roeperocharis elata in the subfamily: Orchidoideae

Native to: Ethiopia Kenya Malawi Zambia

General Information

Bennet's Roeperocharis is a cold growing orchid belonging to the sub family Orchidoideae native to Ethiopia, Kenya, Malawi, and Zambia. It is named after the English Botanist in the 19th century.

Plant Description

Each new growth has numerous erect leaves

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.