Brachionidium satyreum
Also known as: The Satyr in the subfamily: Epidendroideae
Native to: Panama
General Information
The Satyr is a cold growing orchid belonging to the sub family Epidendroideae native to Panama. The name refers to the lip shape.
Altitude
1400 - 1500 m
0
2500
Flower Size
2.5 - 2.5 cm
Small
Medium
Large
Temperature
0 - 8 °C
Cold
Cool
Intermediate
Warm
Hot
Light
8000 - 8000 lux
Full Shade
Low
Medium
High
Full Sun
Plant Description
Each new growth has a single erect elliptic leaf
Flowers
Numerous blossoms appear during Spring
Blooming Season
- Spring
Climate
Grows at high elevations.
Fertiliser
These plants do well with slow release fertiliser at the rate of 2-3 pellets per cup (250ml) of media. Additional fertiliser during the growth period may be beneficial, but not necessary.
