Sanderella discolor

Also known as: The Different Colored Sanderella in the subfamily: Epidendroideae

Native to: Argentina Parana - Brazil Tocantins - Brazil

General Information

The Different Colored Sanderella is a sympodial warm to hot growing orchid belonging to the sub family Epidendroideae native to Argentina and Brazil.

Plant Description

Sympodial. Grows to 6-7.5cm. Each new growth has a single erect lance shaped, oblong shaped leaf that grows to 1.2-6.5cm long. Pseudobulbs grow to 0.1-1.4cm. The plant forms clusters over time

Climate

Grows at low elevations. Rainfall ranges from 10mm to 318mm per day, heaviest in June and lightest in December. Humidity ranges from 68% to 77%, highest in July and lowest in March. Temperature ranges from 11C to 28C, highest in September (18C to 28C) and lowest in January (11C to 24C).

Watering

These orchids are sensitive to excessive watering and should only be watered when they look thirsty. Water infrequently and ensure that the roots are dry before watering. Keep an eye on them especially during hot weather as overwatering can lead to rot, whereas underwatering may result in wilting or shriveling, which while unattractive, will not kill the plant.

Fertiliser

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