Epidendrum brachycorymbosum
Common Name: Short Corymb Epidendrum
Native to: Ecuador. Epidendrum brachycorymbosum is native to the Andes mountains where it is found growing as a terrestrial plant on east-facing slopes between 1500 and 1650 meters in elevation.
Plant Size: Medium. The smallish plants have fleshy cane-like stems that and covered with about nine leaves which are concentrated on the upper two-thirds of the stem.
Flower Size: Small. 0.5 inches (1.5 cm)
Flower Description: The flowers of Epidendrum brachycorymbosum are produced on a short terminal inflorescence and produce up to 30 flowers. No fragrance.
Bloom Season: Winter to Summer
Growing Temperature: Cool to Warm
Additional Information: This species was recently described in the early part of the 21 st century. Grow in a well-drained pot with fresh terrestrial orchid mix and keep evenly moist but not soggy. Epidendrum brachycorymbosum can be satisfactorily grown with Cattleya orchids.
Synonyms: None
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