Fernandezia hartwegii

Native to: Departamento del Huila - Colombia

General Information

Fernandezia hartwegii is a monopodial warm growing orchid belonging to the sub family Epidendroideae native to Colombia.

Plant Description

Monopodial. Each new growth has numerous thick lance shaped leaves that grow to 0.5-2cm long

Climate

Grows at high elevations. Rainfall ranges from 64mm to 196mm per day, heaviest in May and lightest in December. Humidity ranges from 69% to 77%, highest in October and lowest in January. Temperature ranges from 4C to 19C, highest in March (6C to 19C) and lowest in June (4C to 17C).

Watering

These orchids prefer a wet-dry cycle between waterings, they should be watered frequently but only when the moisture is approaching dryness, where the pot feels light and/or the media looks dry. Keep an eye on mounted orchids in warm weather as they may dehydrate quickly.