Epidendrum rousseauae

Epidendrum rousseauae

Common Name: Mrs. Rousseau's Epidendrum
Native to: Columbia, Costa Rica, Panama. Epidendrum rousseauae grows on trees at low elevation in warm, moist forests. It is found no higher than 1000 meters in elevation.
Plant Size: Miniature. Epidendrum rousseauae has small, round, smooth pseudobulbs that have one elliptical leaf.
Flower Size: 1 inch (2.5 cm)
Flower Description: The flowers of Epidendrum rousseauae are produced on a short inflorescence. There are few to several flowers produced per growth. Fragrant.
Bloom Season: Winter
Growing Temperature: Warm
Additional Information: Epidendrum rousseauae was named after the wife of Mr. Rousseau who was an orchid collector during the late th and early 20th centuries. Grow this species mounted on cork bark or in small shallow pots. Provide even moisture and fertilizer throughout the year. This species prefers warmer and more humid growing conditions.
Synonyms: Auliza rousseauae

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