About
Restrepia antennifera, the dotted restrepia, is an epiphytic orchid from Colombia and Venezuela producing single, leathery, oval leaves and solitary, striking, yellow flowers spotted with dark red or maroon, with two long, thread-like antennae-like petals. A rewarding and distinctive orchid for a cool to intermediate heated greenhouse.
About the genus
Restrepia are small, tufted, epiphytic orchids from Central and South America producing single, oval leaves and solitary, often striking, spotted flowers with elongated, thread-like petals. Grown in cool to intermediate heated greenhouses.
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.