Trichocentrum brenesii
General Information
Trichocentrum brenesii is a sympodial orchid belonging to the sub family Epidendroideae.
Plant Description
Sympodial. Grows to 10cm. Each new growth has a single erect leaf that grows to 1.5-9cm long. Pseudobulbs grow to 0.3cm
Climate
Grows at high elevations. Rainfall ranges from 5mm to 305mm per day, heaviest in September and lightest in February. Humidity ranges from 68% to 85%, highest in October and lowest in March. Temperature ranges from 13C to 25C, highest in May (15C to 25C) and lowest in January (13C to 22C).
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.