Scelochilus stenochilus

Also known as: The Slim Lipped Scelochilus in the subfamily: Epidendroideae

General Information

The Slim Lipped Scelochilus is an orchid belonging to the sub family Epidendroideae.

Altitude
1613 - 1800 m
0
2500
Humidity
77 - 84 %
0
100
Water
40 - 79 %
Keep Dry
Low
Medium
High
Keep Moist

Climate

Grows at high elevations. Rainfall ranges from 46mm to 274mm per day, heaviest in October and lightest in February. Humidity ranges from 77% to 84%, highest in November and lowest in August. Temperature ranges from 12C to 25C, highest in August (14C to 25C) and lowest in January (12C 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.

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