Thrixspermum merguense

Also known as: The Mergyi Archipelago Thrixspermum or Thrixspermum bicristatum Thrixspermum comans Sarcochilus merguensis Sarcochilus kusukusensis Thrixspermum comans var. bicristatum Thrixspermum kusukusense Dendrocolla merguensis Ascochilus pulvinatus in the subfamily: Epidendroideae

Native to: Cambodia Malaysia Myanmar Thailand

General Information

The Mergyi Archipelago Thrixspermum is a cool to hot growing epiphytic orchid belonging to the sub family Epidendroideae native to Cambodia, Malaysia, Myanmar, and Thailand. It is named after the an area in the south of Burma.

Plant Description

Each new growth has numerous thick lance shaped leaves

Flowers

Numerous short lasting blossoms appear during Summer, Autumn and Spring

Blooming Season

• Autumn
• Spring
• Summer

Care Notes

These orchids have a fine root system that can quickly die back if left dry for too long, but also does not like to be kept wet, so water regularly but ensure that the mix is dry before watering. 

Climate

Grows at low elevations.

Potting

These plants are quite forgiving and will do well repotted ever 2-3 years. The mix should be coarse, well draining, and allow space for air to move and for roots to grow. 

Alternatively, these plants will also do well mounted to tree fern or cork slabs, or mounted to trees.

Best time for repotting or mounting the orchids is the end of winter when new growths start to appear. Avoid repotting during hot weather,