Zygopetalum crinitum
Also known as: The Hairy Zygopetalum or Zygopetalum crepeauxii Zygopetalum pubescens Zygopetalum microtus Zygopetalum crinitum h.f. roseum Zygopetalum stenochilum Zygopetalum crinitum h.f. coerulescens Zygopetalum crinitum var. rubellum Eulophia stenochila in the subfamily: Epidendroideae
General Information
The Hairy Zygopetalum is a medium sized cool to warm growing epiphytic or terrestrial orchid belonging to the sub family Epidendroideae.
Plant Description
Each new growth has numerous erect lance shaped, oblong shaped leaves
Flowers
Numerous long lasting, fragrant blossoms appear during Winter and Spring
Fragrance
The orchid is fragrant.
Blooming Season
- Spring
- Winter
Care Notes
These orchids have a fine root system that can quickly die back if left dry for too long, but also does not like to be kept wet, so water regularly but ensure that the mix is dry before watering.
Fragrant:- IsFragrant
Climate
Grows at low to high elevations.
Fertiliser
These plants do well with slow release fertiliser at the rate of 2-3 pellets per cup (250ml) of media. Additional fertiliser during the growth period may be beneficial, but not necessary.
Potting
These plants can be sensitive to repotting though should not require repotting regularly. Repotting should be done when the mix has broken down to the point that it doesn't absorb water or holds onto water for far too long, usually the plant shows a decline in growth as well.
The mix should be free draining, with a blend of 30% inorganic ingredients such as coarse sand, gravel or perlite, mixed in with about 70% organic ingredients such as peat, leaf litter or decomposed bark. Avoid commercial potting mixes as they can vary wildly and may contain "wetting agents" that can hold onto water for loo long, causing rotting and stunted growth.
