Disa bracteata
African weed-orchid
Description
Source: wikipedia (CC BY-SA)Disa bracteata, also known as the bract disa, leek orchid or the South African weed orchid is a species of orchid native to South Africa.
Care Guide
💧 Water
☀️ Light Full sun
The South African weed orchid is a perennial herbaceous plant that enjoys the sun and originates from open landscapes, frequently flourishing in grasslands and meadows. While it prefers full sunlight, it is also capable of enduring conditions of partial sunlight.
🌡️ Temperature 20–37.8°C
The South African weed orchid has the capacity to adjust to a broad variety of temperature conditions, though its distribution could still be restricted due to various combinations of water and heat circumstances. It excels in hot climates during the summer season, provided there is enough rainfall or irrigation. Extended spells of overcast and rainy conditions, along with sustained high temperatures, can heighten the chance of this plant's demise. In winter, effective safeguarding against coldness can enhance the chances of the plant's survival.
💨 Humidity
🪴 Soil 5-6
🌱 Fertilizer
The optimal time to fertilize the South African weed orchid is during early spring when the flowers are developing. Using the appropriate fertilizer promotes superior blossoms and aids in the production of beautiful flowers from the South African weed orchid. By introducing fertilizer in the early spring, you ensure the production of superior flowers throughout the season and supply energy for the periods of stagnant growth.
🪴 Pot & Repot
✂️ Pruning
🌿 Propagating
🐛 Diseases & pets
☠️ Toxicity
Characteristics
- Plant Type
- Herb
- Life Cycle
- Perennial
- Genus
- Disa
- Family
- Orchidaceae
- Hardiness Zone
- 9-11
- Mature Height
- 30 cm to 61 cm
- Mature Spread
- 10 cm to 20 cm
- Leaf Color
- Green
- Leaf Type
- Semi-evergreen
- Flower Color
- Green
- Flower Size
- 1.02 cm to 2.03 cm
- Bloom Time
- Mid winter, Late winter, Early spring
- Planting Time
- Spring, Summer, Autumn
- Harvest Time
- Spring
- Native Area
- South Africa