Scelochilus paniculatus

Native to: Peru

General Information

Scelochilus paniculatus is a sympodial orchid belonging to the sub family Epidendroideae native to Peru.

Plant Description

Sympodial. Grows to 10cm. Each new growth has a single thick erect leaf that grows to 0.3-9cm long. Pseudobulbs grow to 1cm. The plant forms clusters over time

Climate

Grows at low to high elevations. Rainfall ranges from 114mm to 632mm per day, heaviest in May and lightest in December. Humidity ranges from 76% to 81%, highest in July and lowest in February. Temperature ranges from 10C to 24C, highest in February (12C to 24C) and lowest in January (10C to 22C).

Watering

These orchids prefer a wet-dry cycle between waterings, they should be watered frequently but only when the moisture is approaching dryness, where the pot feels light and/or the media looks dry. Keep an eye on mounted orchids in warm weather as they may dehydrate quickly.