Epidendrum arbusculum - Tree-like Epidendrum

Epidendrum arbusculum

Common Name: Tree-like Epidendrum

Native to: Mexico south to Ecuador. Epidendrum arbusculum is found growing in cloud forests between 1700 and 3200 meters in elevation. This species grows on trees.

Plant Size: Medium. Epidendrum arbusculum has branching reed-like stems that are covered in leaves.

Flower Size: about 1 inch (2.5 cm) or larger

Flower Description: Flowers are large and attractive and produced on 8 inch (20 cm) long arching flower stems.

Bloom Season: Winter.

Growing Temperature: Cool to Warm.

Additional Information: Grow mounted on cork or tree fern plaques and provide even water and fertilizer year-round. Like other species from cloud forests, provide adequate air circulation and high humidity.

Synonyms: Epidendrum nubium

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