Sarcochilus Alliance (Plchs Harlequin × Fitzhart) × Sunny

This is an intergeneric Sarcochilus-alliance hybrid combining Plectorrhiza and Sarcochilus genetics. The cross is (Plectorrhiza Harlequin × Fitzhart) × Sunny, where 'Plchs' denotes Plectorrhiza — a small Australian epiphytic genus closely related to Sarcochilus, noted for contributing compact habit and bright yellow colouring to hybrids. The photographs show the two parent plants. Seedling flowers will draw on both parents and will vary between individual plants.

What to expect

• Flowering: Spring to early summer. Multiple flowers per spike held clear of the foliage.
• Flowers: Expected to draw on both parents — bright yellow with brown-red central markings from (Plectorrhiza Harlequin × Fitzhart), and creamy apricot tones from Sunny. Exact colour and pattern will vary between individual plants.
• Plant: Compact Sarcochilus-alliance habit suited to pot or mounted culture.

Growing notes

• Temperature: Cool to intermediate. Avoid sustained heat.
• Light: Bright filtered shade. No direct midday sun.
• Water: Keep evenly moist year-round. No pseudobulbs and no dormancy — do not allow to dry out completely.
• Feeding: Balanced fertiliser through spring and summer at reduced strength, with good air movement to reduce fungal risk.

Shipping & condition

Supplied in an 80mm pot as a seedling. Plants are grown on-site in the Dandenong Ranges and dispatched Monday to Wednesday. We ship plants only — not in flower — to reduce transit stress.