Triphora yucatanensis

Also known as: The Yucatan Triphora or Triphora rickettii in the subfamily: Epidendroideae

Native to: Mexico

General Information

The Yucatan Triphora is a warm growing orchid belonging to the sub family Epidendroideae native to Mexico.

Plant Description

Grows to 1.5-10cm. Each new growth has numerous lance shaped oblong shaped leaves that grow to 0.5-1.7cm long. Pseudobulbs grow to 1.5-10cm

Substrate(s)

• Coarse
• Medium
• Bark
• Spaghnum Moss
• Perlite

Climate

Grows at low elevations. Rainfall ranges from 18mm to 180mm per day, heaviest in June and lightest in February. Humidity ranges from 63% to 79%, highest in September and lowest in April. Temperature ranges from 16C to 33C, highest in May (22C to 33C) and lowest in January (16C 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.

Fertiliser

Apply liquid based fertiliser per recommended directions. They can benefit from a high phosphate fertiliser leading up to flowering season, followed by a high nitrogen fertiliser when new growth appears, and a balanced fertiliser in other times. These orchids can also tolerate slow release fertiliser applied 1-2 pellets per cup (250ml) of media.

Use balanced fertiliser during Spring and Summer. Apply fertiliser regularly at half strength year round. Use a high Nitrogen fertiliser during Spring and Summer. Use a high Phosphorous fertiliser during Summer.

Potting

Repotting is best done annually.