Epidendrum eximium

Epidendrum eximium

Common Name: Outstanding Epidendrum
Native to: Mexico, El Salvador, and Guatemala. Epidendrum eximium grows on trees in oak-pine cloud forests between 2300 to 2800 meters in elevation.
Plant Size: Medium. The erect stems of Epidendrum eximium are reed-like and have many leaves.
Flower Size: 1.5 inches (4 cm)
Flower Description: Flowers of Epidendrum eximium are pale and have an unpleasant scent at night. Flowers are few to several flowers are produced on a terminal flower stem that develops on mature growths.
Bloom Season: Winter to Spring
Growing Temperature: Cool
Additional Information: Epidendrum eximium needs cool, humid growing conditions to truly thrive. Grow mounted on cork or tree fern or grow in a slatted wood basket or pot. Provide even water and fertilizer.
Synonyms: Epidendrum amesianum

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