Cyrtochilum rusticum

Also known as: The Modest Cyrtochilum or Trigonochilum kopfianum Cyrtochilum kopfianum in the subfamily: Epidendroideae

General Information

The Modest Cyrtochilum is a cold to cool growing orchid belonging to the sub family Epidendroideae.

Plant Description

Each new growth has numerous erect elliptic leaves. The plant tends to climb or sprawl with each new growth

Flowers

Numerous blossoms appear during Autumn and Spring

Blooming Season

• Autumn
• 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.