Scaphyglottis triloba

Also known as: The Three Lobed Scaphyglottis in the subfamily: Epidendroideae

Native to: Departamento del Huila - Colombia

General Information

The Three Lobed Scaphyglottis is a warm growing orchid belonging to the sub family Epidendroideae native to Colombia.

Plant Description

Grows to 100cm. Each new growth has numerous leathery erect, lance shaped leaves that grow to 0.3-1.2cm long. Pseudobulbs grow to 0.2-40cm

Substrate(s)

• Coarse

Climate

Grows at high elevations. Rainfall ranges from 56mm to 221mm per day, heaviest in October and lightest in August. Humidity ranges from 71% to 82%, highest in November and lowest in September. Temperature ranges from 12C to 22C, highest in July (13C to 22C) and lowest in March (12C to 19C).

Watering

Keep moisture levels up during hot weather as the plant is prone to dehydration

Fertiliser

Apply liquid based fertiliser per recommended directions. They can benefit from a high phosphate fertiliser leading up to flowering season, followed by a high nitrogen fertiliser when new growth appears, and a balanced fertiliser in other times. These orchids can also tolerate slow release fertiliser applied 1-2 pellets per cup (250ml) of media.

Apply fertiliser regularly at half strength year round. Use a high Nitrogen fertiliser during Spring and Summer. Use a high Phosphorous fertiliser during Summer.

Potting

Due to the growth nature of these plants they are best mounted onto cork, tree fern slabs, or even trees if the climate suits. Water regularly especially in hot weather.

This plant does very well in baskets or suspended pots This plant does well mounted. Repotting is best done annually.