Stelis pachyphyta

Also known as: The Broad in the subfamily: Epidendroideae

Native to: Ecuador

General Information

The Broad is a cold to cool growing orchid belonging to the sub family Epidendroideae native to Ecuador.

Plant Description

Each new growth has a single thick erect, rigid leaf

Climate

These orchids thrive in cool, conditions with good airflow. When cultivated they will thrive in a cool, sheltered environment such as a shaded greenhouse, or if grown in cooler climates they can be grown in the garden in areas where they are protected from frost and receive shade throughout the year, though they may be able to tolerate some morning sun during winter.

Grows at high elevations.