Epidendrum calanthum

Epidendrum calanthum

Common Name: Beautiful Blooming Epidendrum

Native to: Bolivia, Columbia, Ecuador, Venezuela, Peru. This widespread species grows in a wide variety of habitats and is very adaptable to local conditions. Epidendrum calanthum grows on either trees or as a terrestrial plant in tropical mountain forest from 220 to 2200 meters in elevation.

Plant Size: Medium to Large. The stems are reed-like and leafy.

Flower Size: 1 inch (2.5 cm)

Flower Description: The colorful flowers bloom on an 8 inch (20 cm) tall stem that produces many flowers that open over a long period of time. Flower stems emerge from recently matured reed-stems.

Bloom Season: Spring to Summer

Growing Temperature: Cool

Additional Information: Epidendrum calanthum is widespread and adaptable and easy to cultivate if its needs are met. Provide high humidity and ample water with bright light. Grow in a pot with a course, free-draining growing media. There are many color forms available in the trade and they are worth seeking out for specialty growers.

Synonyms: Epidendrum caucae, Epidendrum chrysostomum, Epidendrum decipiens, Epidendrum filomenoi, Epidendrum huanucoense, Epidendrum ibaguense var. confluens, Epidendrum laetum, Epidendrum paytense, Epidendrum pristes, Epidendrum schomburgkii var. confluens

Epidendrum bractiacuminatum - Gradually-Tapering-Floral-Bract Epidendrum

Epidendrum bractiacuminatum

Common Name: Gradually-Tapering-Floral-Bract Epidendrum

Native to: Ecuador. Epidendrum bractiacuminatum is another large-growing terrestrial orchid native to cool cloud forests. It grows between 2100 and 2200 meters in elevation and its habitat is partially protected by the Guacamayo Cloudforest Reserve.

Plant Size: Large. The tall canes are erect and have many leaves spaced along the length of the stem.

Flower Size: size

Flower Description: The flowers of Epidendrum bractiacuminatum vary in color. Many flowers are produced on a flower spike that emerges from the top of maturing reed-stem growths. The flowers open up over a long period extending the flower show for many months.

Bloom Season: Late Spring to Fall

Growing Temperature: Cool

Additional Information: Epidendrum bractiacuminatum is closely related to Epidendrum macrostachyum but differs in minor floral details. Grow in cool conditions in a well-drained pot with quality terrestrial orchid mix. Cool, humid conditions and even moisture practically guarantee success.

Synonyms: None.