Sobralia hirtzii

Also known as: Hirtz's Sobralia in the subfamily: Epidendroideae

General Information

Hirtz's Sobralia is a cold to cool growing orchid belonging to the sub family Epidendroideae. It is named after the Ecuadorian Orchid Enthusiast Current.

Plant Description

Each new growth has numerous thick leaves

Flowers

Numerous long lasting blossoms appear during Summer

Blooming Season

• Summer

Climate

hot-growing-orchids 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.