Trichopilia olmosii

Also known as: Olmos' Trichopilia in the subfamily: Epidendroideae

Native to: Panama

General Information

Olmos' Trichopilia is a sympodial cool to warm growing orchid belonging to the sub family Epidendroideae native to Panama.

Altitude

5 - 1200 m

2500

Size

0.15 - 0.15 cm

Miniature

Small

Medium

Large

Extra Large

Giant

Flower Size

0.3 - 3.2 cm

Small

Medium

Large

Humidity

82 - 94 %

100

Temperature

9 - 22 °C

Cold

Cool

Intermediate

Warm

Hot

Water

40 - 59 %

Keep Dry

Low

Medium

High

Keep Moist

Light

8000 - 8000 lux

Full Shade

Low

Medium

High

Full Sun

Plant Description

Sympodial. Grows to 0.15cm. Each new growth has a single elliptic leaf that grows to 0.6-21cm long. Pseudobulbs grow to 1.5-4.8cm

Climate

Grows at low to high elevations. Rainfall ranges from 71mm to 180mm per day, heaviest in August and lightest in March. Humidity ranges from 82% to 94%, highest in May and lowest in April. Temperature ranges from 15C to 24C, highest in June (18C to 24C) and lowest in January (15C to 23C).

Watering

These orchids are sensitive to excessive watering and should only be watered when they look thirsty. Water infrequently and ensure that the roots are dry before watering. Keep an eye on them especially during hot weather as overwatering can lead to rot, whereas underwatering may result in wilting or shriveling, which while unattractive, will not kill the plant.