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Gastrorchis humblotii is a species in the genus Gastrorchis.
Description[]
Plant blooms in spring to fall with many 7.5 cm wide flowers.
Distribution[]
Plant are found growing in Madagascar and the Comoros Islands at elevations of 1000 to 2000 meters
Culture[]
Plants require shade around 1000 to 2500 footcandles and cool to warm temperature requirements depending on the species. Plants should be potted in a mix that retain some moisture such as 40% fir bark, 30% sphagnum moss, and 30% soil. Medium should be kept moist during growing season. When growth matures with hold watering for 3 to 4 weeks. Repotting should be done after flowering.
Naming[]
Common Names:Humblot's Phaius
Synonyms[]
- Gastrorchis humblotii var. schlechteri (H.Perrier) Senghas ex Bosser & P.J.Cribb 1999
- Gastrorchis schlechteri H. Perrier 1930
- Gastrorchis schlechterii H. Perrier ex François 1929
- Phaius humblotii var. schlechteri (H.Perrier) Bosser 1971
- Phaius schlechteri (H. Perrier) Summerh. 1964
- Phaius humblotii Rchb.f. 1880