Epidendrum mantis-religiosae
Also known as: The Praying Mantis Epidendrum in the subfamily: Epidendroideae
Native to: Panama
General Information
The Praying Mantis Epidendrum is a warm growing orchid belonging to the sub family Epidendroideae native to Panama. The name refers to the positioning of the lip which resembles the forelegs of a praying mantis.
Altitude
500 - 700 m
0
2500
Flower Size
2.5 - 2.5 cm
Small
Medium
Large
Temperature
16 - 22 °C
Cold
Cool
Intermediate
Warm
Hot
Light
22000 - 22000 lux
Full Shade
Low
Medium
High
Full Sun
Plant Description
Each new growth has numerous elliptic lance shaped leaves
Flowers
Numerous blossoms appear during Winter and Spring
Blooming Season
- Spring
- Winter
Climate
Grows at low elevations.
