Satyrium sphaerocarpum

Also known as: The Sphere Shaped Seed Capsule Satyrium or Satyrium militare in the subfamily: Orchidoideae

Native to: Mozambique South Africa

General Information

The Sphere Shaped Seed Capsule Satyrium is a cold to cool growing orchid belonging to the sub family Orchidoideae native to Mozambique and South Africa. The name refers to the globular Seed Capsules that this species has.

Plant Description

Each new growth has numerous erect leaves

Flowers

Numerous fragrant blossoms appear during Autumn and Spring

Fragrance

The orchid is fragrant.

Blooming Season

• Autumn
• Spring

Fragrant:

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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.