Sigmatostalix gentryi
Also known as: Gentry's Sigmatostalix in the subfamily: Epidendroideae
Native to: Provincia de Esmeraldas - Ecuador
General Information
Gentry's Sigmatostalix is a sympodial warm growing orchid belonging to the sub family Epidendroideae native to Ecuador. It is named after the American Orchidist in Ecuador in the 1900's.
Plant Description
Sympodial. Grows to 8cm. Each new growth has a single elliptic oblong shaped leaf that grows to 0.7-8cm long
Climate
Grows at low to high elevations. Rainfall ranges from 10mm to 193mm per day, heaviest in February and lightest in November. Humidity ranges from 82% to 87%, highest in February and lowest in August. Temperature ranges from 17C to 26C, highest in August (18C to 26C) and lowest in September (17C 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.
Fertiliser
Reduce fertiliser when plant is dormant.