Sobralia nutans

Also known as: The Nodding Sobralia in the subfamily: Epidendroideae

Native to: Panama

General Information

The Nodding Sobralia is a warm growing orchid belonging to the sub family Epidendroideae native to Panama. The name refers to the flowers.

Plant Description

Each new growth has numerous elliptic leaves

Flowers

Numerous blossoms appear during Autumn

Blooming Season

• Autumn

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.