Epistephium elatum

Also known as: The Stately Epistephium in the subfamily: Epidendroideae

Native to: Departamento del Huila - Colombia

General Information

The Stately Epistephium is a warm growing orchid belonging to the sub family Epidendroideae native to Colombia.

Plant Description

Each new growth has numerous leathery erect, oblong shaped, terete shaped leaves

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.