Cyrtochilum articulatum
Also known as: The Articulate Cyrtochilum in the subfamily: Epidendroideae
Native to: Ecuador
General Information
The Articulate Cyrtochilum is a sympodial orchid belonging to the sub family Epidendroideae native to Ecuador.
Plant Description
Sympodial. Grows to 0.7-40cm. Each new growth has a single lance shaped oblong shaped leaf that grows to 4-40cm long. Pseudobulbs grow to 2.5-7cm
Flowers
Numerous fragrant blossoms appear
Fragrance
The orchid is fragrant.
Fragrant:- IsFragrant
Climate
Grows at low to high elevations. Rainfall ranges from 3mm to 180mm per day, heaviest in October and lightest in February. Humidity ranges from 70% to 81%, highest in August and lowest in May. Temperature ranges from 12C to 25C, highest in June (16C to 25C) and lowest in February (12C 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.