Elleanthus jimenezii

Also known as: Jimenez's Encyclia in the subfamily: Epidendroideae

General Information

Jimenez's Encyclia is a cold to cool growing orchid belonging to the sub family Epidendroideae. It is named after the Costa Rican Botanist in the 1900's.

Plant Description

Each new growth has numerous erect leaves

Flowers

Numerous blossoms appear during Summer

Blooming Season

• Summer

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.