Mesospinidium warscewiczii

Also known as: Warscewicz' Mesopinidium in the subfamily: Epidendroideae

Native to: Departamento de Granada - Nicaragua Panama Provincia de Alajuela - Costa Rica

General Information

Warscewicz' Mesopinidium is a sympodial orchid belonging to the sub family Epidendroideae native to Nicaragua, Panama and Costa Rica. It is named after the Polish Orchid Collector in Central and South America in the 19th century.

Plant Description

Sympodial. Grows to 12-22cm. Each new growth has a single elliptic lance shaped leaf that grows to 1-17cm long. Pseudobulbs grow to 5cm

Climate

Grows at high elevations. Rainfall ranges from 5mm to 305mm per day, heaviest in September and lightest in February. Humidity ranges from 68% to 85%, highest in October and lowest in March. Temperature ranges from 14C to 27C, highest in May (17C to 27C) and lowest in January (14C to 24C).

Watering

These orchids prefer a constant supply of moisture, with a slight drying out between waterings. Saucers can be placed under pots to retain moisture during hot weather, however the saucers should be removed or let to dry every 1-2 weeks to prevent rot. Keep an eye on the plant especially in hot weather and look for cues of under/overwatering and adjust accordingly.