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Sarcochilus fitzgeraldii (5 cm pot)

Sarcochilus fitzgeraldii (5 cm pot)

  • Light:☀️☀️☀️
  • Temperature:🌡️🌡️
  • Water:💦  💦
  • Rest period: short
  • Scent: Yes
  • Location: Windowsill/greenhouse
9,50€ - 9,50€
9,50€
9,50€ - 9,50€
9,50€

incl. German VAT plus shipping costs
For cross-border deliveries, the rules of the respective EU country apply.

Delivery time:

DE: 2-3 business days (weather permitting)
EU: 3-5 business days (weather permitting)

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Description

Sarcochilus fitzgeraldii (5 cm pot)

Name: Sarcochilus fitzgeraldii F.Muell.

Etymology: The genus name Sarcochilus derives from the Greek words for “flesh” and “lip”; the specific epithet fitzgeraldii honors Australian botanist and orchid specialist Robert D. FitzGerald.

First described: In 1870 by Ferdinand von Mueller in Fragmenta Phytographiae Australiae.

Origin/Distribution: From southeastern Queensland to northeastern New South Wales in Australia.

Location/Habitat: An epiphytic orchid of humid subtropical habitats. Grow in bright to partially shaded, airy conditions; keep a fine- to medium-grade, well-draining growing medium evenly and slightly moist. Temperatures of around 14–25 °C with cooler nights are favorable.

Description and notes: Sarcochilus fitzgeraldii produces fan-arranged, firm leaves and upright to arching inflorescences with several star-shaped flowers. Older plants develop side shoots and, as they grow larger, may produce several inflorescences at the same time. Avoid waterlogging and persistently hot conditions.