Gastrochilus ciliaris

Also known as: The Hairy Gastrochilus or Saccolabium ciliare In Japan - Matsuge-kaya-ran in the subfamily: Epidendroideae

Native to: Japan

General Information

The Hairy Gastrochilus is a cool growing orchid belonging to the sub family Epidendroideae native to Japan. The name refers to the hairs on the edge of the lip.

Plant Description

Each new growth has numerous thick elliptic, lance shaped leaves. The plant tends to climb or sprawl with each new growth

Climate

Grows at high elevations.