Cyrtochilum umbonatum

Also known as: The Bulging Cyrtochilum in the subfamily: Epidendroideae

Native to: Provincia de Pichincha - Ecuador

General Information

The Bulging Cyrtochilum is a sympodial cold growing orchid belonging to the sub family Epidendroideae native to Ecuador.

Altitude
2811 - 2811 m
0
2500
Flower Size
0.25 - 0.7 cm
Small
Medium
Large
Humidity
60 - 81 %
0
100
Temperature
0 - 8 °C
Cold
Cool
Intermediate
Warm
Hot
Water
40 - 59 %
Keep Dry
Low
Medium
High
Keep Moist
Light
22000 - 22000 lux
Full Shade
Low
Medium
High
Full Sun

Plant Description

Sympodial. Each new growth has numerous lance shaped leaves that grow to 2.8-70cm long

Climate

Grows at high elevations. Rainfall ranges from 18mm to 173mm per day, heaviest in October and lightest in January. Humidity ranges from 60% to 81%, highest in October and lowest in February. Temperature ranges from 7C to 22C, highest in February (8C to 22C) and lowest in January (7C to 19C).

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.

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