Satyrium princeps
Also known as: The Outstanding Satyrium in the subfamily: Orchidoideae
Native to: South Africa
General Information
The Outstanding Satyrium is a cool growing orchid belonging to the sub family Orchidoideae native to South Africa.
Altitude
3 - 150 m
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2500
Flower Size
2.2 - 2.2 cm
Small
Medium
Large
Temperature
9 - 15 °C
Cold
Cool
Intermediate
Warm
Hot
Light
36000 - 36000 lux
Full Shade
Low
Medium
High
Full Sun
Plant Description
Each new growth has numerous erect leaves
Flowers
Numerous fragrant blossoms appear during Spring
Fragrance
The orchid is fragrant.
Blooming Season
- Spring
Substrate(s)
- Sand
- IsFragrant
Climate
Grows at low 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.
