Encyclia thrombodes
Common Name: Pflanz's Encyclia
Native to: Bolivia, Brazil, Columbia, Peru. Encyclia thrombodes has been discovered growing near Villa Montes, Bolivia.
Plant Size: Medium. Leaves grow 8 to 14 inches (25-35 cm) long and 1 inch (2.5 cm) wide.
Flower Size: 1.5 inches (3 cm)
Flower Description: The flowers of Encyclia thrombodes are green washed with brown. Petals and sepals are pointed. The lip is spade shaped, white, and has rose markings. Many flowers are produced on a tall, branched flower stem that blooms amongst the leaves.
Bloom Season: Summer?
Growing Temperature: Intermediate
Additional Information: This species is the most southern member of the genus and grows on trees. Grow mounted and provide typical Cattleya growing conditions.
Synonyms: Epidendrum thrombodes, Encyclia pflanzii
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