Epidendrum deltogastropodium

Also known as: the Triangular Foot Epidendrum in the subfamily: Epidendroideae

Native to: Departamento del Huila - Colombia

General Information

the Triangular Foot Epidendrum is a cold growing orchid belonging to the sub family Epidendroideae native to Colombia. The name refers to the triangular shape at the base of the lip.

Plant Description

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

Flowers

Numerous blossoms appear during Summer

Blooming Season

• 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.