Elleanthus wageneri

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

General Information

Wagner's Elleanthus is a cold to warm growing orchid belonging to the sub family Epidendroideae. It is named after the German Plant Collector in Venezuela in the 19th century.

Plant Description

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

Flowers

Numerous blossoms appear during Summer and Autumn

Blooming Season

• Autumn
• 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.