Maxillaria callichroma

Also known as: The Green Calli Maxillaria or Maxillaria setigera var. angustifolia in the subfamily: Epidendroideae

Native to: Departamento del Huila - Colombia

General Information

The Green Calli Maxillaria is a cool growing orchid belonging to the sub family Epidendroideae native to Colombia.

Plant Description

Each new growth has a single erect lance shaped leaf

Flowers

Numerous blossoms appear during Winter and Spring

Blooming Season

• Spring
• Winter

Climate

Grows at 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.