Epidendrum villotae
Common Name: Villota's EpidendrumNative to: Columbia and Ecuador. Epidendrum villotae grows on trees in mangrove and rain forests up to 260 meters in elevation.
Plant Size: Medium. Epidendrum villotae has reed-like stems that have up to 6 leaves.
Flower Size: 1.25 inches (3 cm)
Flower Description: The flowers of Epidendrum villotae are produced in great quantity on a tall flower stem. Although a mature plant can have 60 flower buds, only one or two are open at any one time. No fragrance.
Bloom Season: Fall is the main bloom season; it can bloom during other seasons.
Growing Temperature: Warm
Additional Information: Epidendrum villotae is named in honor of a Columbian orchid enthusiast. Grow mounted on cork or tree fern or grow in a slatted pot or basket. This species likes warm, humid growing conditions.
Synonyms: None.
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