Rhipidoglossum brevifolium

Also known as: The Short Leaved Rhipidoglossum or Diaphananthe brevifolia in the subfamily: Epidendroideae

General Information

The Short Leaved Rhipidoglossum is a cool to warm growing orchid belonging to the sub family Epidendroideae.

Plant Description

Each new growth has numerous oblong shaped leaves

Climate

Grows at high elevations.

Fertiliser

These plants do well with slow release fertiliser at the rate of 2-3 pellets per cup (250ml) of media. Additional fertiliser during the growth period may be beneficial, but not necessary.