Elleanthus smithii

Also known as: Smith's Elleanthus in the subfamily: Epidendroideae

Native to: Departamento del Huila - Colombia

General Information

Smith's Elleanthus is a cold to cool growing orchid belonging to the sub family Epidendroideae native to Colombia.

Plant Description

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

Climate

These orchids thrive in cool, conditions with good airflow. When cultivated they will thrive in a cool, sheltered environment such as a shaded greenhouse, or if grown in cooler climates they can be grown in the garden in areas where they are protected from frost and receive shade throughout the year, though they may be able to tolerate some morning sun during winter.

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.