Overview
Bifrenaria harrisoniae is a plant with a clump-forming habit in the genus Bifrenaria, part of the Orchidaceae family, with evergreen foliage. Bifrenaria harrisoniae grows best in full sun and partial shade, and tolerates loam and sand soils and neutral pH. Its UK hardiness is rated H4. Suggested uses include indoor plant and greenhouse plant.
About
Bifrenaria harrisoniae, known as Harrison’s bifrenaria, is a clump-forming orchid with evergreen foliage. It thrives in well-drained loam or sandy soils with a neutral pH and requires moderate moisture. This cultivar prefers full sun to partial shade, ideally in a sheltered, south- or east-facing position. Hardy to UK zone H4, it is suitable as an indoor or greenhouse plant. Interest is mainly during spring and summer, and propagation is by division.
About the genus
Bifrenaria, abbreviated Bif. in horticultural trade, is a genus of plants in family Orchidaceae. It contains 20 species found in Panama, Trinidad and South America.
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Growing conditions
Best soil and position for Bifrenaria
- Sunlight
- Full sun, Partial shade
- Soil type
- Loam, Sand
- Soil pH
- Neutral
- Soil moisture
- Moderate
- Aspect
- South-facing, East-facing
- Exposure
- Sheltered
- UK hardiness
- H4
Plant details
Bifrenaria harrisoniae size, habit and characteristics
- Habit
- Clump-forming
- Foliage
- Evergreen
- Suggested uses
- Indoor plant, Greenhouse plant
Care notes
Pruning and caring for Bifrenaria harrisoniae
- Propagation
- Division
- Pest resistance
- Susceptible to scale insects, mealybugs
- Disease resistance
- Susceptible to root rot if overwatered
Frequently asked questions
Where is the best place to plant Bifrenaria harrisoniae?
Bifrenaria harrisoniae prefers full sun and partial shade. It suits sheltered positions.
What soil does Bifrenaria harrisoniae need?
Bifrenaria harrisoniae grows best in loam and sand soil. It prefers neutral soil. Aim for soil that stays moderate.
Is Bifrenaria harrisoniae hardy in the UK?
Bifrenaria harrisoniae has an RHS hardiness rating of H4, meaning it is hardy through an average UK winter, tolerating -10 to -5°C.
How do I propagate Bifrenaria harrisoniae?
Division.
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