Sobralia violacea
Also known as: The Violet Sobralia or Sobralia violacea h.f. alba in the subfamily: Epidendroideae
Native to: Departamento del Huila - Colombia
General Information
The Violet Sobralia is a warm growing orchid belonging to the sub family Epidendroideae native to Colombia.
Plant Description
Each new growth has numerous lance shaped oblong shaped leaves
Flowers
Numerous short lasting, fragrant blossoms appear during Summer
Fragrance
The orchid is fragrant.
Blooming Season
- Summer
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Climate
Grows at low to 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.
