Maxillaria funicaulis

Also known as: The Ropey Stem Maxillaria in the subfamily: Epidendroideae

Native to: Ecuador

General Information

The Ropey Stem Maxillaria is a cold to cool growing orchid belonging to the sub family Epidendroideae native to Ecuador.

Plant Description

Each new growth has numerous erect leaves

Flowers

Numerous blossoms appear during Summer

Blooming Season

• Summer

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.