Restrepia portillae

Also known as: Portilla's Restrepia in the subfamily: Epidendroideae

General Information

Portilla's Restrepia is a cold to cool growing orchid belonging to the sub family Epidendroideae. It is named after the Ecuadorian Orchid Nurseryman.

Plant Description

Each new growth has a single erect elliptic leaf

Flowers

Numerous blossoms appear during Spring

Blooming Season

• Spring

Climate

These orchids thrive in cool, conditions with good airflow. When cultivated they will thrive in a cool, sheltered environment such as a shaded greenhouse, or if grown in cooler climates they can be grown in the garden in areas where they are protected from frost and receive shade throughout the year, though they may be able to tolerate some morning sun during winter.

Grows at high elevations.