About
An ornamental Epidendrum orchid, with elegant, long-lasting flowers. Exotic flowers provide a long display.
About the genus
A large genus of over 1800 neotropical orchids, hugely varying in size and appearance. Long, cylindrical, reed-like stems (pseudobulbs) grow in tufts on a short rhizome and carry mostly terminal, sometimes lateral flowers
Plant details
Suggested usesIndoor display, conservatories.
Care notes
CultivationGrow in orchid compost. Bright indirect light.
PruningRemove spent spikes. Repot when crowded.
PropagationDivide when repotting.
Pest resistanceGenerally pest-free.
Disease resistanceGenerally disease-resistant.