Friday, 2 May 2014

Seidenfadenia mitrata

Seidenfadenia mitrata [Rchb.f]Garay 1972

Introduction

Synonyms: The Bishop Mitre Seidenfadenia

Distribution & Occurrence:

Burma and Thailand at elevations of 100 to 1100 meters.

The Plant

This is a small, hot to warm growing monopodial epiphyte. The leaves are pendent and semi-terete 

Inflorescence is erect and arises from the base of the plant. Each inflorescence carries 20-40 flowers and are very fragrant

Flowers once year during early spring and flower lasts a month


Cultural Requirements and Nutrition

Grow in bright light similar to Vanda. Prefers to be mounted. Water every day and fertilize every week throughout the year.


Pest and Diseases

No specific pests or disease

Hybrids

About a dozen hybrids are registered with seed or pollen parent.

Bloomed in Apr 2014








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