Sudamerlycaste laciniata

Also known as: The Laciniate Sudamerlycaste in the subfamily: Epidendroideae

Native to: Ecuador

General Information

The Laciniate Sudamerlycaste is a cool growing orchid belonging to the sub family Epidendroideae native to Ecuador. The name refers to the erose margins of almost all the lip but its denticulate apex.

Plant Description

Each new growth has numerous erect lance shaped leaves

Flowers

Numerous blossoms appear during Summer

Blooming Season

• Summer

Climate

Grows at high elevations.

Fertiliser

These plants do well with slow release fertiliser at the rate of 2-3 pellets per cup (250ml) of media. Additional fertiliser during the growth period may be beneficial, but not necessary.