Elleanthus lancifolius

Also known as: The Sword or Elleanthus macer Elleanthus laxus in the subfamily: Epidendroideae

Native to: Departamento del Huila - Colombia Panama

General Information

The Sword is a cold to warm growing orchid belonging to the sub family Epidendroideae native to Colombia and Panama.

Plant Description

Each new growth has numerous erect lance shaped, terete shaped leaves

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.