Sigmatostalix curvipetala

Native to: Peru

General Information

Sigmatostalix curvipetala is a sympodial orchid belonging to the sub family Epidendroideae native to Peru.

Altitude
179 - 600 m
0
2500
Size
15 - 15 cm
Miniature
Small
Medium
Large
Extra Large
Giant
Flower Size
0.3 - 1.2 cm
Small
Medium
Large
Water
40 - 79 %
Keep Dry
Low
Medium
High
Keep Moist

Plant Description

Sympodial. Grows to 15cm. Each new growth has numerous lance shaped oblong shaped leaves that grow to 1.4-13cm long. Pseudobulbs grow to 1.5-3cm

Climate

Grows at low elevations. Rainfall ranges from 51mm to 191mm per day, heaviest in September and lightest in January. Temperature ranges from 19C to 31C, highest in March (21C to 31C) and lowest in January (19C to 28C).

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.

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