Chamaeangis sarcophylla

Also known as: The Fleshy Leafed Chamaeangis in the subfamily: Epidendroideae

Native to: Burundi Kenya Malawi Rwanda Uganda

General Information

The Fleshy Leafed Chamaeangis is a monopodial cold to warm growing orchid belonging to the sub family Epidendroideae native to Burundi, Kenya, Malawi, Rwanda, and Uganda.

Plant Description

Monopodial. Each new growth has numerous thick erect leaves

Flowers

Numerous fragrant blossoms appear during Autumn

Fragrance

The orchid is fragrant.

Blooming Season

• Autumn

Fragrant:

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Climate

These orchids thrive in cool, conditions with good airflow. When cultivated they will thrive in a cool, sheltered environment such as a shaded greenhouse, or if grown in cooler climates they can be grown in the garden in areas where they are protected from frost and receive shade throughout the year, though they may be able to tolerate some morning sun during winter.

Grows at high elevations.