Satyrium macrophyllum
Also known as: The Large Leafed Satyrium or Satyrium speciosum Satyrium morrumbalaensis Satyrium brachyrhynchum Satyrium cheirophorum in the subfamily: Orchidoideae
Native to: Kenya Malawi Mozambique Zimbabwe
General Information
The Large Leafed Satyrium is a cold to cool growing orchid belonging to the sub family Orchidoideae native to Kenya, Malawi, Mozambique, and Zimbabwe.
Plant Description
Each new growth has numerous erect leaves
Flowers
Numerous fragrant blossoms appear during Summer and Autumn
Fragrance
The orchid is fragrant.
Blooming Season
- Autumn
- Summer
- IsFragrant
Climate
These orchids grow in cool climates, at low altitudes, in cool plains, forests or coastal scrub.
They are forgiving of humidity variances as long as temperatures are kept on the cool side. They can do well outdoors in the garden in cool and temperate areas, though it is important that they are protected from warm dry winds. They can enjoy morning sun especially in winter but will need protection from the hot sun in the afternoon and during summer. With some acclimatisation they may be able to receive more sun.
Grows at low to 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.
