Sophronitis cernua
Botanical Information
| Family | Orchidaceae |
| Genus | Sophronitis |
| Species | cernua |
| Category | Tropicals |
| Origin | East Brazil |
Details
| USDA Hardiness Ref. | |
| Canada Hardiness Ref. | |
| RHS Hardiness Ref. | |
| Flowering Period | March |
Description and Growing Information
| General Description | Compact plant with clusters of 2 to 5 vibrant orange flowers. |
| Cultivation | Warm to hot temperatures with high humidity and bright light. |
| Pests | Bees |
| Leaf Description | Spoon-shaped deep green with a violet stripe along the centre vein and edges. |
| Flower Description | Petite star-shaped vibrant orange/red grouped in small clusters. |
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