Scelochilus rubriflorus

Native to: Peru

General Information

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

Plant Description

Sympodial. Grows to 13cm. Each new growth has a single elliptic leaf that grows to 3.5-11cm long. Pseudobulbs grow to 0.5-3cm

Climate

Grows at high elevations. Rainfall ranges from 5mm to 163mm per day, heaviest in July and lightest in January. Humidity ranges from 57% to 78%, highest in August and lowest in January. Temperature ranges from 7C to 30C, highest in May (14C to 30C) and lowest in January (7C to 27C).

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.

Fertiliser

Reduce fertiliser when plant is dormant during Spring.