Nun's Orchid

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Phaius Tankervillae

Nun's Orchid


 Named for its hooded flowers


They are native througout
 the Himamalayas and
westward into Africa


Phaius has only about 20 species
some on the NSW endangered list

They love bright light and warm
temperatures.
Heavy feeders feed heavily and regularly


Blooms late spring early summer