About
Porroglossum echidnum is a small, epiphytic orchid from Colombia producing the characteristic toothed or spiny lip and small flowers of the genus. A fascinating botanical curiosity for a cool to intermediate heated greenhouse.
About the genus
Porroglossum are small, epiphytic orchids from tropical America with distinctive, often hinged or mobile, spiny-margined lips. Grown as fascinating specialist plants in cool to intermediate heated greenhouse collections.
Plant details
Suggested usesBorders, containers, mixed plantings.
Care notes
CultivationPlant in well-drained soil. Water during establishment.
PruningRemove dead growth as needed.
PropagationPropagate by division, cuttings, or seed.
Pest resistanceGenerally pest-free.
Disease resistanceGenerally disease-resistant.