Rhipidoglossum globulosocalcaratum

Also known as: The Spherical Spur Rhipidoglossum or Diaphananthe globulosocalcarata in the subfamily: Epidendroideae

Native to: Rwanda

General Information

The Spherical Spur Rhipidoglossum is a cold to cool growing orchid belonging to the sub family Epidendroideae native to Rwanda.

Plant Description

Each new growth has numerous erect oblong shaped leaves

Climate

These orchids grow in cool climates, at low altitudes, in cool plains, forests or coastal scrub.

They are forgiving of humidity variances as long as temperatures are kept on the cool side. They can do well outdoors in the garden in cool and temperate areas, though it is important that they are protected from warm dry winds. They can enjoy morning sun especially in winter but will need protection from the hot sun in the afternoon and during summer. With some acclimatisation they may be able to receive more sun.

 

Grows at low to high elevations.