Crossoglossa pichinchae
Also known as: The Pinchincha Crossoglossa in the subfamily: Epidendroideae
Native to: Ecuador
General Information
The Pinchincha Crossoglossa is a cold growing orchid belonging to the sub family Epidendroideae native to Ecuador. It is named after a department of Ecuador.
Altitude
200 - 3000 m
0
2500
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 numerous erect lance shaped leaves
Flowers
Numerous blossoms appear during Winter and Spring
Blooming Season
- Spring
- Winter
Climate
Grows at low to 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.
