Red Disa (Disa uniflora)
Disa uniflora, the Red Disa, is a terrestrial orchid from South Africa, celebrated for its striking crimson flowers.
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Sunlight
Bright, indirect light is essential.
Watering
Keep soil consistently moist but not waterlogged.
Soil
Well-draining, acidic to neutral, humus-rich soil. A mix of peat, sand, and loam is suitable.
Temperature
Cool to moderate temperatures.
Habitat
Outdoor, Greenhouse
Fertilizer
Feed with diluted orchid fertilizer during the growing season.
Care Requirements
Bright, indirect light is essential.
Avoid direct midday sun.
Keep soil consistently moist but not waterlogged.
Reduce watering slightly during winter dormancy.
Well-draining, acidic to neutral, humus-rich soil. A mix of peat, sand, and loam is suitable.
Cool to moderate temperatures.
Ideal range 15-25°C, avoid extremes.
Outdoor, Greenhouse
Feed with diluted orchid fertilizer during the growing season.
Reduce feeding in winter.
Plant Overview
Plant Type
Herb
Plant Category
Flowering, Ornamental
Plant Place Type
Ground, Pot
Plant Environment
Outdoor, Greenhouse
Lifespan
Perennials
Plant Height
0.3-0.6 m
Spread
0.2-0.4 m
Growth Rate
Slow
Dormancy
None
Leaf Color
Green
Leaf Type
Linear
Flower Size
8-12 cm
Optimal Sunlight Lux
50000
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- kingdomPlantae
- divisionTracheophyta
- classLiliopsida
- orderAsparagales
- familyOrchidaceae
- genusDisa
- speciesDisa uniflora
Toxic for humans
No
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Toxic for pets
No
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Edible
No