Gastrorchis pulchra 'Alice Ahier' AM/OCNZ

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.