Phaius montanus Schltr. 1912 is a large sized, terrestrial
orchid species, native to the island of New Guinea, located in
the South-West Pacific Ocean, which belongs to the states
Indonesia and Papua New Guinea. Phaius montanus orchids can
reach hights of more than 1,50 meter and are not just well-liked
for their stunning, red flowers, but also for their attractive
foliage. As most terrestrial orchids from the Phaius genus,
Phaius montanus requires a shady and humid habitat and warm to
hot temperatures. The long-lasting flowers get a width of about
10 cm. Flowering period: Spring – Summer. The terrestrial orchid
Phaius montanus is protected by CITES Appendix II (trade
controlled to avoid use incompatible with species survival).
Flower Photography © Orchids Flowers.com Image: Terrestrial
Orchid Phaius montanus