Epidendrum acrostigma

Also known as: The High Elevation Platystigma Epidendrum in the subfamily: Epidendroideae

Native to: Panama

General Information

The High Elevation Platystigma Epidendrum is a cold growing orchid belonging to the sub family Epidendroideae native to Panama.

Plant Description

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

Flowers

Numerous blossoms appear during Summer and Winter

Blooming Season

• Summer
• Winter

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.