Armodorum sulingi

Also known as: The Suling Armodorum in the subfamily: Epidendroideae

General Information

The Suling Armodorum is a monopodial hot growing orchid belonging to the sub family Epidendroideae.

Plant Description

Monopodial. Grows to 100cm. Each new growth has numerous leaves that grow to 3-35cm long

Substrate(s)

• Coarse
• Bark
• Spaghnum Moss
• Sand

Climate

Grows at low to high elevations. Rainfall ranges from 173mm to 406mm per day, heaviest in May and lightest in February. Humidity ranges from 76% to 80%, highest in June and lowest in August. Temperature ranges from 18C to 28C, highest in November (19C to 28C) and lowest in January (18C to 27C).

Watering

These orchids prefer a wet-dry cycle between waterings, they should be watered frequently but only when the moisture is approaching dryness, where the pot feels light and/or the media looks dry. Keep an eye on mounted orchids in warm weather as they may dehydrate quickly.

Fertiliser

Apply liquid based fertiliser per recommended directions. They can benefit from a high phosphate fertiliser leading up to flowering season, followed by a high nitrogen fertiliser when new growth appears, and a balanced fertiliser in other times. These orchids can also tolerate slow release fertiliser applied 1-2 pellets per cup (250ml) of media.

Apply fertiliser regularly at half strength year round. Use a high Nitrogen fertiliser during Spring and Summer. Use a high Phosphorous fertiliser during Summer.

Potting

Use water retentive media such as moss to prevent roots from drying out quickly Repotting is best done annually.