Baptistonia widgrenii

Native to: Brazil

General Information

Baptistonia widgrenii is a cool growing orchid belonging to the sub family Epidendroideae native to Brazil.

Altitude

683 - 1000 m

2500

Size

21 - 21 cm

Miniature

Small

Medium

Large

Extra Large

Giant

Flower Size

0.15 - 2.5 cm

Small

Medium

Large

Temperature

9 - 15 °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

Grows to 21cm. Each new growth has a single rigid oblong shaped leaf that grows to 1.5-14cm long. Pseudobulbs grow to 0.7-7cm

Flowers

Numerous blossoms appear during Spring

Blooming Season

Spring

Climate

Grows at low to high elevations. Rainfall ranges from 20mm to 282mm per day, heaviest in July and lightest in January. Temperature ranges from 11C to 25C, highest in August (17C to 25C) and lowest in January (11C to 19C).

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.

Potting

This plant does well mounted.