Elleanthus tovarensis

Also known as: The Tovar Elleanthus in the subfamily: Epidendroideae

Native to: Departamento del Huila - Colombia

General Information

The Tovar Elleanthus is a cold growing orchid belonging to the sub family Epidendroideae native to Colombia. It is named after a town in Merida Venezuela.

Plant Description

Each new growth has numerous erect lance 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.