Disa Uniflora Its Propogation And Cultivation (Rare)

Disa Uniflora: Its Propagation and Cultivation by Dr. L. Vogelpoel is a highly specialised and sought‑after botanical guide originally published in the early 1980s by the Disa Orchid Society of South Africa. This first edition booklet of approximately 16 pages was issued through Disa Distributors in Cape Town and was authored by Dr. Louis Vogelpoel, a respected orchid expert and founding member of the Society.

Disa Uniflora: Its Propagation and Cultivation focuses exclusively on the famed terrestrial orchid Disa uniflora, known as the red disa or Pride of Table Mountain, and provides detailed insight into its natural habitat, cultural requirements, and methods for both vegetative and seed propagation. The work stands as one of Vogelpoel’s earliest and most specialised contributions to South African orchid literature, reflecting his deep knowledge of indigenous flora.

In Disa Uniflora: Its Propagation and Cultivation, readers will find a practical and clearly explained account of how to cultivate this spectacular South African orchid that naturally grows on moist stream banks and waterfalls in the Western Cape. The booklet covers essential topics including selection of growing media, pH and water quality considerations, temperature and humidity control, air circulation, feeding regimes, and the management of diseases and pests — all tailored specifically for Disa uniflora.

Populated with illustrations and hands‑on horticultural advice, Disa Uniflora: Its Propagation and Cultivation equips both novice growers and serious orchid enthusiasts with knowledge needed to successfully cultivate and propagate this iconic species.

Collectors of botanical literature, South African horticulturalists, and orchid aficionados will find Disa Uniflora: Its Propagation and Cultivation a valuable addition to their reference shelves. Because Disa uniflora: Its Propagation and Cultivation was produced in limited runs and is now considered scarce, copies in excellent condition are especially prized by those interested in the history of orchid cultivation and the work of one of South Africa’s foremost orchid scholars. This title offers both historical significance and practical guidance on a plant that remains one of the most celebrated orchids of the Cape floristic region.

Whether you are building a specialised horticultural library or seeking authoritative information on growing indigenous South African orchids, Disa Uniflora: Its Propagation and Cultivation delivers expert instruction and rare depth on this intriguing and challenging species.

Condition: Near Fine – Small crease on back cover.