Notylia micrantha

Also known as: The Small in the subfamily: Epidendroideae

Native to: Demerara-Mahaica Region - Guyana

General Information

The Small is a cool to warm growing orchid belonging to the sub family Epidendroideae native to Guyana.

Altitude
29 - 29 m
0
2500
Humidity
83 - 88 %
0
100
Temperature
9 - 22 °C
Cold
Cool
Intermediate
Warm
Hot
Water
60 - 79 %
Keep Dry
Low
Medium
High
Keep Moist
Light
8000 - 8000 lux
Full Shade
Low
Medium
High
Full Sun

Substrate(s)

  • Bark

Climate

Grows at low elevations. Rainfall ranges from 112mm to 381mm per day, heaviest in June and lightest in October. Humidity ranges from 83% to 88%, highest in June and lowest in March. Temperature ranges from 21C to 33C, highest in September (22C to 33C) and lowest in January (21C to 29C).

Watering

These orchids prefer a wet-dry cycle between waterings, they should be watered frequently but only when the moisture is approaching dryness, where the pot feels light and/or the media looks dry. Keep an eye on mounted orchids in warm weather as they may dehydrate quickly.

Fertiliser

Reduce fertiliser when plant is dormant.

© Created using StructureCMS