Macroclinium mirabile

Also known as: The Wonderful Macroclinium or Notylia norae Notylia mirabilis Macroclinium norae in the subfamily: Epidendroideae

Native to: Amazonas - Peru Loreto - Peru

General Information

The Wonderful Macroclinium is a sympodial warm to hot growing orchid belonging to the sub family Epidendroideae native to Peru.

Plant Description

Sympodial. Grows to 2.5-4cm. Each new growth has numerous erect rigid leaves that grow to 0.15-1.4cm long

Climate

Grows at low elevations. Rainfall ranges from 132mm to 345mm per day, heaviest in October and lightest in February. Humidity ranges from 73% to 86%, highest in October and lowest in June. Temperature ranges from 20C to 33C, highest in March (22C to 33C) and lowest in January (20C to 30C).

Watering

These orchids are sensitive to excessive watering and should only be watered when they look thirsty. Water infrequently and ensure that the roots are dry before watering. Keep an eye on them especially during hot weather as overwatering can lead to rot, whereas underwatering may result in wilting or shriveling, which while unattractive, will not kill the plant.

Fertiliser

Reduce fertiliser when plant is dormant.