Satyrium retusum

Also known as: The Blunted Satyrium or Satyrium lindleyanum Satyrium debile in the subfamily: Orchidoideae

Native to: South Africa

General Information

The Blunted Satyrium is a cold growing orchid belonging to the sub family Orchidoideae native to South Africa.

Plant Description

Each new growth has numerous erect leaves

Flowers

Numerous blossoms appear during Summer and Spring

Blooming Season

• Spring
• Summer

Substrate(s)

• Sand

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.