Pachyphyllum tortuosum

Also known as: The Twisted Pachyphyllum in the subfamily: Epidendroideae

Native to: Departamento del Huila - Colombia Ecuador

General Information

The Twisted Pachyphyllum is a monopodial orchid belonging to the sub family Epidendroideae native to Colombia and Ecuador.

Altitude
1613 - 3150 m
0
2500
Size
4.25 - 6.7 cm
Miniature
Small
Medium
Large
Extra Large
Giant
Flower Size
0.15 - 0.3 cm
Small
Medium
Large
Humidity
77 - 84 %
0
100
Water
40 - 79 %
Keep Dry
Low
Medium
High
Keep Moist

Plant Description

Monopodial. Each new growth has numerous leaves that grow to 0.25-1.7cm long

Climate

Grows at high elevations. Rainfall ranges from 46mm to 274mm per day, heaviest in October and lightest in February. Humidity ranges from 77% to 84%, highest in November and lowest in August. Temperature ranges from 7C to 20C, highest in August (9C to 20C) and lowest in January (7C to 17C).

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

Be sure to flush out excess fertiliser by running water through the media regularly year round.

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