Baptistonia leinigii

Native to: Parana - Brazil Tocantins - Brazil

General Information

Baptistonia leinigii is a sympodial warm growing orchid belonging to the sub family Epidendroideae native to Brazil.

Altitude
570 - 570 m
0
2500
Size
0.7 - 2 cm
Miniature
Small
Medium
Large
Extra Large
Giant
Flower Size
0.3 - 3 cm
Small
Medium
Large
Humidity
67 - 77 %
0
100
Temperature
16 - 22 °C
Cold
Cool
Intermediate
Warm
Hot
Water
40 - 59 %
Keep Dry
Low
Medium
High
Keep Moist
Light
22000 - 22000 lux
Full Shade
Low
Medium
High
Full Sun

Plant Description

Sympodial. Grows to 0.7-2cm. Each new growth has numerous leathery lance shaped leaves that grow to 2cm long. Pseudobulbs grow to 1.8-8cm

Climate

Grows at low elevations. Rainfall ranges from 13mm to 130mm per day, heaviest in July and lightest in January. Humidity ranges from 67% to 77%, highest in August and lowest in February. Temperature ranges from 13C to 29C, highest in May (21C to 29C) and lowest in January (13C to 22C).

Watering

These orchids are sensitive to excessive watering and should only be watered when they look thirsty. Water infrequently and ensure that the roots are dry before watering. Keep an eye on them especially during hot weather as overwatering can lead to rot, whereas underwatering may result in wilting or shriveling, which while unattractive, will not kill the plant.

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