Systeloglossum bennettii

Also known as: Bennett's Systeloglossum in the subfamily: Epidendroideae

Native to: Peru

General Information

Bennett's Systeloglossum is a sympodial warm growing orchid belonging to the sub family Epidendroideae native to Peru. It is named after the Peruvian Orchid Enthusiast.

Plant Description

Sympodial. Grows to 17cm. Each new growth has a single elliptic lance shaped, oblong shaped leaf that grows to 0.25-12cm long. Pseudobulbs grow to 5cm

Climate

Grows at low to high elevations. Rainfall ranges from 114mm to 632mm per day, heaviest in May and lightest in December. Humidity ranges from 76% to 81%, highest in July and lowest in February. Temperature ranges from 15C to 29C, highest in February (17C to 29C) and lowest in January (15C 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.