Overview

Zygopetalum Perrenoudii gx 'Cecil Rhodes' is a columnar upright conservatory greenhouse in the genus Zygopetalum, part of the Orchidaceae family, with evergreen foliage. Zygopetalum Perrenoudii gx 'Cecil Rhodes' grows best in partial shade, and tolerates loam soils and acid and neutral pH. Its UK hardiness is rated H1c. Suggested uses include conservatory and greenhouse.

About

Zygopetalum Perrenoudii gx 'Cecil Rhodes' is a cultivar of the Zygopetalum genus, a group of orchids native to the moist woodlands of South America and Brazil. These orchids are known for their fragrant, waxy flowers that often display intricate patterns in shades of green, purple, burgundy, and raspberry. This cultivar has an upright, columnar habit with evergreen foliage and thrives in partial shade with bright indirect light, ideally in a conservatory or greenhouse. It prefers well-drained loam soil with an acid to neutral pH and requires sheltered conditions. It is hardy to H1c and can be propagated by division, offering interest throughout all seasons.

About the genus

Zygopetalum is a genus of the orchid family (Orchidaceae). This genus consists of fourteen currently recognized species.

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Growing conditions

Best soil and position for Zygopetalum

Sunlight

Partial shade

Soil type

Loam

Soil pH

Acid, Neutral

Soil moisture

Well-drained

Aspect

East-facing, North-facing, West-facing

Exposure

Sheltered

UK hardiness

H1c

Plant details

Zygopetalum Perrenoudii gx 'Cecil Rhodes' size, habit and characteristics

Plant type

Conservatory Greenhouse

Habit

Columnar upright

Foliage

Evergreen

Suggested uses

Conservatory, greenhouse

Care notes

Pruning and caring for Zygopetalum Perrenoudii gx 'Cecil Rhodes'

Propagation

Division

Pest resistance

Aphids, glasshouse red spider mite, slugs, mealybugs

Frequently asked questions