Sigmatostalix ariasii

Also known as: Arias' Sigmatostalyx in the subfamily: Epidendroideae

Native to: Peru

General Information

Arias' Sigmatostalyx is a sympodial orchid belonging to the sub family Epidendroideae native to Peru. It is named after the Peruvian Nurseryman.

Altitude
642 - 1500 m
0
2500
Size
2.5 - 12 cm
Miniature
Small
Medium
Large
Extra Large
Giant
Flower Size
0.08 - 1.0 cm
Small
Medium
Large
Humidity
76 - 81 %
0
100
Water
60 - 79 %
Keep Dry
Low
Medium
High
Keep Moist
Light
22000 - 32000 lux
Full Shade
Low
Medium
High
Full Sun

Plant Description

Sympodial. Each new growth has a single lance shaped oblong shaped leaf that grows to 1-9cm long. Pseudobulbs grow to 1.5-3cm

Flowers

Numerous fragrant blossoms appear

Fragrance

The orchid is fragrant.

Fragrant:
  • IsFragrant

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 12C to 26C, highest in February (14C to 26C) and lowest in January (12C to 24C).

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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