Nilgiri Disperis
Disperis neilgherrensis
- Native to:
- Caroline Is., China, India, Jawa, Lesser Sunda Is., Maluku, Myanmar, Nansei-shoto, New Guinea, Philippines, Sri Lanka, Taiwan, Thailand
Yercaud-elango
Taxonomy
- Division:
- Magnoliophyta | - Flowering plants
- Family:
- Orchidaceae
- Genus:
- Disperis
- Species:
- Disperis neilgherrensis
- USDA Symbol:
- DINE7
Growth Characteristics
- Life Cycle:
- Perennial
- Growth Habit:
- Forb/herb
- Height:
- 20 cm
- Drought Tolerance:
- Low
- Bloom Months:
- jul,aug,sep
- Bloom Colors:
- white, pink
Soil Requirements
- Soil Type:
- rich, well-drained loamy soil
- pH:
- 5.5 - 6.5 (slightly acidic to neutral)
- Drainage:
- excellent drainage required
- Moisture:
- consistently moist
- Notes:
- native to montane regions, prefers forest undergrowth