Epidendrum pallatangae
Also known as: The Pallatanga Epidendrum in the subfamily: Epidendroideae
Native to: Ecuador
General Information
The Pallatanga Epidendrum is a cold growing orchid belonging to the sub family Epidendroideae native to Ecuador. It is named after a town in northern Ecuador.
Altitude
2900 - 3000 m
0
2500
Flower Size
3 - 3 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 thick erect, rigid leaves
Flowers
Numerous blossoms appear during Summer and Winter
Blooming Season
- Summer
- 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.
