About

Scaphosepalum are epiphytic orchids from Central and South America producing pseudobulbs and arching or upright racemes of intricate, strikingly coloured and marked flowers. A rewarding genus for a cool to intermediate heated greenhouse collection.

About the genus

Scaphosepalum are epiphytic orchids from Central and South America producing pseudobulbs and arching or upright racemes of strikingly coloured and marked flowers. Grown 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.