Macroclinium escobarianum

Native to: Departamento del Huila - Colombia

General Information

Macroclinium escobarianum is an orchid belonging to the sub family Epidendroideae native to Colombia.

Plant Description

Grows to 1cm. Each new growth has numerous leaves that grow to 0.25-1cm long

Climate

Grows at high elevations. Rainfall ranges from 33mm to 277mm per day, heaviest in November and lightest in August. Humidity ranges from 62% to 79%, highest in December and lowest in August. Temperature ranges from 12C to 26C, highest in August (12C to 26C) and lowest in May (12C to 24C).

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.