Sutrina garayi
Also known as: Garay's Sutrina in the subfamily: Epidendroideae
General Information
Garay's Sutrina is a sympodial warm growing orchid belonging to the sub family Epidendroideae. It is named after the American Orchid Taxomonist.
Plant Description
Sympodial. Each new growth has a single erect arching, lance shaped, oblong shaped leaf that grows to 2.5-13cm long. Pseudobulbs grow to 1-4cm
Climate
Grows at high elevations. Rainfall ranges from 15mm to 173mm per day, heaviest in August and lightest in February. Temperature ranges from 17C to 29C, highest in March (21C to 29C) and lowest in January (17C to 27C).
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.