Epidendrum englerianum

Also known as: Engler's Epidendrum or Epidendrum fastigiatum var. bifidum in the subfamily: Epidendroideae

Native to: Ecuador

General Information

Engler's Epidendrum is a cold to warm growing orchid belonging to the sub family Epidendroideae native to Ecuador. It is named after the German Botanist in the 19th century.

Plant Description

Each new growth has numerous erect arching, lance shaped, terete shaped leaves

Climate

These orchids thrive in cool, conditions with good airflow. When cultivated they will thrive in a cool, sheltered environment such as a shaded greenhouse, or if grown in cooler climates they can be grown in the garden in areas where they are protected from frost and receive shade throughout the year, though they may be able to tolerate some morning sun during winter.

Grows at high elevations.