Psygmorchis zamorensis

Also known as: The Zamora Psygmorchis in the subfamily: Epidendroideae

Native to: Provincia de Zamora-Chinchipe - Ecuador

General Information

The Zamora Psygmorchis is a warm growing orchid belonging to the sub family Epidendroideae native to Ecuador. It is named after a town of southern Ecuador.

Plant Description

Grows to 5cm. Each new growth has numerous thick erect, arching, oblong shaped leaves that grow to 0.6-5cm long

Climate

Grows at low to high elevations. Rainfall ranges from 203mm to 381mm per day, heaviest in October and lightest in July. Humidity ranges from 87% to 89%, highest in January and lowest in February. Temperature ranges from 18C to 29C, highest in March (19C to 29C) and lowest in January (18C to 27C).

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.

Potting

Repotting is best done annually.