Schizochilus lilacinus

Also known as: The Lilac Schizochilus in the subfamily: Orchidoideae

General Information

The Lilac Schizochilus is a cold to cool growing orchid belonging to the sub family Orchidoideae.

Plant Description

Each new growth has numerous arching elliptic, lance shaped leaves

Flowers

Numerous blossoms appear during Spring

Blooming Season

• Spring

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.