Galeandra styllomisantha

Also known as: The Stylus or Phaius rosellus Tupacamaria juncea Galeandra juncea in the subfamily: Epidendroideae

Native to: Brazil Guyana Panama

General Information

The Stylus is a warm to hot growing orchid belonging to the sub family Epidendroideae native to Brazil, Guyana and Panama. The name refers to the pencil or stylis-like shape of the leaves and plant.

Altitude
350 - 1400 m
0
2500
Temperature
23 - 30 °C
Cold
Cool
Intermediate
Warm
Hot
Light
36000 - 36000 lux
Full Shade
Low
Medium
High
Full Sun

Flowers

Numerous blossoms appear during Summer and Winter

Blooming Season

  • Summer
  • Winter

Climate

Grows at low to 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.

© Created using StructureCMS