"Renanthera monachica was first discovered in the Philippines. It is found in Quezon, Rizal and Zambales provinces on Luzon island and in Surigao province on Mindanao island"
Renanthera monachica Ames, Orchidaceae (Ames) 5: 224 (1915).
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| Renanthera monachica Ames, Photos Monchai Chanyangam |
Family:
Orchidaceae.
Synonym Name:
No synonyms are recorded for this name.
English Name:
Spanish Dancing Girl Renenthera
Description:
Renanthera monachica is an attractive species and is endemic to the Philippines. In the wild this species grows high in trees, in high rainfall areas at elevations from sea level to 550 metres. Inflorescences measure 40-50cm, bear 10-40 flowers that each measure 4cm.
Distribution:
Philippines
Ecological:
At elevations up to 550 m.
Flowering times:
Blooms in the spring.
Flowering time: 4 to 6 weeks
Flower size:
2.6 to 4.0 cm.
Cultivation:
Temperatures: 15°-24°C
Water: Once a week. Mist regularly especially during hot and dry days.
Air humidity: 70-80%
Placement: Half shade + good ventilation
Ref:
orchidspecies.com
ipni.org
powo.science.kew.org
orchids.fandom.com
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