Epidendrum moritzii

Also known as: Moritz's Epidendrum or Epidendrum stramineum in the subfamily: Epidendroideae

General Information

Moritz's Epidendrum is a cold to cool growing orchid belonging to the sub family Epidendroideae. It is named after the German Orchid Collector Venezuela later in the 19th century.

Plant Description

Each new growth has numerous erect arching leaves. The plant forms clusters over time

Flowers

Numerous blossoms appear during Summer

Blooming Season

• Summer

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.