Maxillaria hedwigiae

Also known as: Hedwig's Maxillaria or Maxillaria hedwigae in the subfamily: Epidendroideae

Native to: Belize Departamento del Huila - Colombia Honduras

General Information

Hedwig's Maxillaria is a hot growing epiphytic orchid belonging to the sub family Epidendroideae native to Belize, Colombia and Honduras. It is named after the Dr Hedwig Hamer, Wife of Fritz Hamer, author of Orchids Of El Salvador, among many Current.

Plant Description

Each new growth has a single erect lance shaped, oblong shaped leaf

Flowers

Numerous blossoms appear during Spring

Blooming Season

• Spring

Care Notes

These orchids have a fine root system that can quickly die back if left dry for too long, but also does not like to be kept wet, so water regularly but ensure that the mix is dry before watering. 

Climate

Grows at low elevations.

Potting

These plants are quite forgiving and will do well repotted ever 2-3 years. The mix should be coarse, well draining, and allow space for air to move and for roots to grow. 

Alternatively, these plants will also do well mounted to tree fern or cork slabs, or mounted to trees.

Best time for repotting or mounting the orchids is the end of winter when new growths start to appear. Avoid repotting during hot weather,