Epigeneium triflorum

Also known as: The Three in the subfamily: Epidendroideae

General Information

The Three is a warm growing orchid belonging to the sub family Epidendroideae.

Plant Description

Grows to 2.5-12cm. Each new growth has numerous erect lance shaped leaves that grow to 1.25-10cm long. Pseudobulbs grow to 2cm. The plant tends to climb or sprawl with each new growth

Substrate(s)

• Treefern
• Spaghnum Moss

Climate

Grows at low to high elevations. Rainfall ranges from 51mm to 254mm per day, heaviest in August and lightest in March. Humidity ranges from 62% to 79%, highest in July and lowest in March. Temperature ranges from 13C to 24C, highest in March (15C to 24C) and lowest in January (13C to 22C).

Watering

Keep moisture levels up during hot weather as the plant is prone to dehydration

Fertiliser

Apply liquid based fertiliser per recommended directions. They can benefit from a high phosphate fertiliser leading up to flowering season, followed by a high nitrogen fertiliser when new growth appears, and a balanced fertiliser in other times. These orchids can also tolerate slow release fertiliser applied 1-2 pellets per cup (250ml) of media.

Use balanced fertiliser during Spring and Summer. Be sure to flush out excess fertiliser by running water through the media regularly year round. Apply fertiliser regularly at half strength year round. Use a high Nitrogen fertiliser during Spring and Summer. Use a high Phosphorous fertiliser during Summer.

Potting

Due to the growth nature of these plants they are best mounted onto cork, tree fern slabs, or even trees if the climate suits. Water regularly especially in hot weather.

This plant does very well in baskets or suspended pots This plant does well mounted. Repotting is best done annually.