Pachyphyllum pectinatum

Also known as: The Comb in the subfamily: Epidendroideae

Native to: Ecuador Puno - Peru

General Information

The Comb is a monopodial warm growing orchid belonging to the sub family Epidendroideae native to Ecuador and Peru.

Plant Description

Monopodial. Each new growth has numerous erect arching leaves that grow to 0.2-1.4cm long

Climate

Grows at high elevations. Rainfall ranges from 18mm to 173mm per day, heaviest in October and lightest in January. Humidity ranges from 60% to 81%, highest in October and lowest in February. Temperature ranges from 7C to 22C, highest in February (8C to 22C) and lowest in January (7C to 19C).

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.