Sarcoglottis smithii

Also known as: Smith's Sarcoglottis or Spiranthes bradei Spiranthes valida Sarcoglottis bradei Sarcoglottis valida in the subfamily: Spiranthoideae

Native to: Nicaragua

General Information

Smith's Sarcoglottis is a cool to warm growing orchid belonging to the sub family Spiranthoideae native to Nicaragua.

Altitude
1100 - 1200 m
0
2500
Flower Size
1 - 1 cm
Small
Medium
Large
Temperature
9 - 22 °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 lance shaped leaves

Flowers

Numerous blossoms appear during Winter

Blooming Season

  • Winter

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.

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