Epidendrum ellipticum

Also known as: The Elliptic Epidendrum or Epidendrum ellipticum var. flavum Epidendrum juruaense Epidendrum crassifolium in the subfamily: Epidendroideae

Native to: Brazil

General Information

The Elliptic Epidendrum is a cool to warm growing orchid belonging to the sub family Epidendroideae native to Brazil.

Flower Size

2.5 - 2.5 cm

Small

Medium

Large

Temperature

9 - 22 °C

Cold

Cool

Intermediate

Warm

Hot

Light

50000 - 50000 lux

Full Shade

Low

Medium

High

Full Sun

Plant Description

Each new growth has numerous leathery erect, rigid, oblong shaped leaves

Flowers

Numerous blossoms appear during Summer and Spring

Blooming Season

Spring
Summer

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.