Epidendrum heterothoneum
Also known as: The Differing Epidendrum or Diothonea heterothonaea in the subfamily: Epidendroideae
Native to: Ecuador
General Information
The Differing Epidendrum is a cold growing orchid belonging to the sub family Epidendroideae native to Ecuador.
Altitude
2400 - 3200 m
0
2500
Flower Size
1 - 1 cm
Small
Medium
Large
Temperature
0 - 8 °C
Cold
Cool
Intermediate
Warm
Hot
Light
22000 - 22000 lux
Full Shade
Low
Medium
High
Full Sun
Plant Description
Each new growth has numerous lance shaped leaves
Flowers
Numerous blossoms appear during Winter and Spring
Blooming Season
- Spring
- 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.
