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Cape Mystacidium
Mystacidium capense
Widespread South African angraecoid found in cooler montane forest margins at 800-1500 m. Compact plants produce fine sprays of white fragrant flowers. Thrives in medium light, intermediate temperatures and moderate humidity with good air movement.
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At a glance
- Plant type
- orchid
- Size
- micro <4cm
- Light
- Indirect
- Humidity
- 60%–85%
Native context
Where it belongs
- Countries
- South Africa
- Ecosystems
- Dry forest, Moist forest, Wet forest
- Elevation
- Submontane (500–1,000 m)
- Flowering
- Spring
About this plant
Widespread South African angraecoid found in cooler montane forest margins at 800-1500 m. Compact plants produce fine sprays of white fragrant flowers. Thrives in medium light, intermediate temperatures and moderate humidity with good air movement.
Stable BJURNY record: tx_32891b246d074bb0834c