Epidendrum Ibaguense

Epidendrum ibaguense:

Native habitat: This orchid originates from Mexico and throughout the tropical South American countries where it is found growing in soil and on rocks.

Description: In its natural environment, the stems or canes grow to a staggering 10m, but under greenhouse conditions, more commonly to 1m. It produces and abundance of flowers which form into a tight bloom, up to 4cm in diameter, and is available in a range of colours including magenta, yellow, orange and even white. The leaves are fleshy and grow to 10cm long. Aerial roots and new growths appear from the leaf joints.

Flowering season: This plant flowers throughout the year and a specimen plant can be in perpetual bloom.

Cultivation: A medium range compost, full sun and cultivation in a wide rang of growing conditions is acceptable. This is a really adaptive orchid to grow.

Synonyms: Epidendrum pratense, Epidendrum radicans, Epidendrum rhizophorum, Epidendrum calanthum, Epidendrum decipens and Epidendrum fulgens.