Gastrorchis pulchra 'Alice Ahier' AM/OCNZ is an award-winning terrestrial orchid cultivar recognized by the Orchid Council of New Zealand. Awarded an Award of Merit (AM) in 2016, this clone is noted for its high-scoring, quality flowers. It is a cool-to-warm growing species originating from Madagascar.
Key Details for Gastrorchis pulchra 'Alice Ahier' AM/OCNZ
- Award: Award of Merit (AM), 2016.
- Awarded to: Alice Ahier.
- Point Score: 84.1 points (indicating superior quality).
- Organization: Orchid Council of New Zealand (OCNZ).
- Species Profile: A terrestrial orchid requiring shady, humid, and cool-to-warm conditions, often found in Madagascar.
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Notes on the Species
- Gastrorchis pulchra is sometimes listed under the synonym Phaius pulcher.
- It blooms in spring with tall inflorescences, bearing multiple flowers.
- The species thrives in conditions with a significant nightly temperature drop (approx. ).
*Note that it is possible for the leaves to be slightly curled upon purchase.
* Product photo shown is for reference only. Actual plant color, type, size and arrangement may differ from photo.
Gastrorchis pulchra 'Alice Ahier' AM/OCNZ
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