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Description
Disa Bolusiana is a type of orchid plant that is native to South Africa. It belongs to the orchidaceae family and is one of the most sought after orchids due to its beauty and rarity. The plant produces stunning flowers that are a vibrant red or orange color and have a velvety texture. The flowers are long-lasting and can stay in bloom for up to eight weeks. Disa Bolusiana grows best in a moist and humid environment and needs regular watering to thrive.
Taxonomic Information
| Domain | Eukarya ||——–|———|| Kingdom | Plantae || Phylum | Spermatophyta || Class | Liliopsida || Order | Orchidales || Family | Orchidaceae || Genus | Disa |
Appearance
Disa Bolusiana can grow up to 40cm in height and has long, thin leaves that are a deep green color. The plant produces a single stem with several flowers that can grow up to 7cm in diameter. The flowers are a bright red or orange color and have a velvety texture. The lip of the flower is curved and has a yellow or white center. The plant blooms in the summer months and can stay in bloom for up to eight weeks.
Care Guide
Disa Bolusiana needs regular watering to thrive and should be kept in a moist and humid environment. The plant should be watered once a week, and the soil should be kept damp but not waterlogged. The plant should be fertilized every two weeks with a balanced fertilizer. Disa Bolusiana requires bright, indirect sunlight and should be kept in a location that receives partial shade. The plant is hardy in USDA Zones 9-11.
Common Pests & Diseases
Disa Bolusiana is susceptible to a few pests and diseases, including spider mites, thrips, and fungal infections. Spider mites and thrips can be controlled with insecticidal soap or neem oil. Fungal infections can be prevented by ensuring proper air circulation around the plant and avoiding overwatering.
Habitat
Disa Bolusiana is native to South Africa and grows naturally in damp, marshy areas. The plant can be found growing on rocks or in soil that is rich in organic matter. Disa Bolusiana is also found in mountainous regions and grows at elevations of up to 2,000 meters.
Question and Answer
Q: How often should I water Disa Bolusiana?
A: Disa Bolusiana should be watered once a week, and the soil should be kept damp but not waterlogged.
Q: Can Disa Bolusiana grow in full sun?
A: No, Disa Bolusiana should be kept in a location that receives partial shade and bright, indirect sunlight.
Q: What is the hardiness zone for Disa Bolusiana?
A: Disa Bolusiana is hardy in USDA Zones 9-11.
Q: How long do the flowers of Disa Bolusiana stay in bloom?
A: The flowers of Disa Bolusiana can stay in bloom for up to eight weeks.
Related Plants
– Disa Uniflora- Disa Orchid- Disa Crimson
References
– “Disa Bolusiana.” The Complete Guide to Growing Orchids. Accessed September 23, 2021. https://www.orchidsmadeeasy.com/disabolusiana/.- “Disa Bolusiana.” Orchid Species. Accessed September 23, 2021. http://www.orchidspecies.com/disabolusiana.htm.- “Disa Bolusiana.” Orchid Care Tips. Accessed September 23, 2021. https://www.orchidcaretips.com/disabolusiana.html.
