Epidendrum dolichorhachis
A sympodial orchid native to the cloud forests of Ecuador, producing compact corymbs of medium-sized, fleshy flowers with broad, undulate ovate sepals, crisped petals, and a large cucullate lip with a papillose, iridescent surface. The waxy, voluminous floral structure and dense inflorescence make it a striking and unusual species for cool-growing collections.
- Light: Bright indirect light with 50–60% shade cloth; avoid direct midday sun, which can scorch the foliage.
- Temperature: 50–68°F (10–20°C); a cool grower that requires the cold nights characteristic of high Andean cloud forests to thrive and bloom reliably.
- Humidity: 75–85%; high humidity supports the fleshy growth habit and promotes consistent flowering.
- Watering: Water thoroughly and allow the substrate to approach dryness between waterings; avoid prolonged saturation at the roots.
Additional Notes
Best grown in a fine, well-draining bark-based mix or mounted on cork. Ships bare root, well-established.
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Epidendrum dolichorhachis
Epidendrum dolichorhachis
A sympodial orchid native to the cloud forests of Ecuador, producing compact corymbs of medium-sized, fleshy flowers with broad, undulate ovate sepals, crisped petals, and a large cucullate lip with a papillose, iridescent surface. The waxy, voluminous floral structure and dense inflorescence make it a striking and unusual species for cool-growing collections.
- Light: Bright indirect light with 50–60% shade cloth; avoid direct midday sun, which can scorch the foliage.
- Temperature: 50–68°F (10–20°C); a cool grower that requires the cold nights characteristic of high Andean cloud forests to thrive and bloom reliably.
- Humidity: 75–85%; high humidity supports the fleshy growth habit and promotes consistent flowering.
- Watering: Water thoroughly and allow the substrate to approach dryness between waterings; avoid prolonged saturation at the roots.
Additional Notes
Best grown in a fine, well-draining bark-based mix or mounted on cork. Ships bare root, well-established.
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Description
A sympodial orchid native to the cloud forests of Ecuador, producing compact corymbs of medium-sized, fleshy flowers with broad, undulate ovate sepals, crisped petals, and a large cucullate lip with a papillose, iridescent surface. The waxy, voluminous floral structure and dense inflorescence make it a striking and unusual species for cool-growing collections.
- Light: Bright indirect light with 50–60% shade cloth; avoid direct midday sun, which can scorch the foliage.
- Temperature: 50–68°F (10–20°C); a cool grower that requires the cold nights characteristic of high Andean cloud forests to thrive and bloom reliably.
- Humidity: 75–85%; high humidity supports the fleshy growth habit and promotes consistent flowering.
- Watering: Water thoroughly and allow the substrate to approach dryness between waterings; avoid prolonged saturation at the roots.
Additional Notes
Best grown in a fine, well-draining bark-based mix or mounted on cork. Ships bare root, well-established.
