Epidendrum stamfordianum Bateman 1838
Common Name: Stamford's Epidendrum [English
Orchid Enthusiast 1800's]
Distribution
& Occurrence:
Seasonal dry forests of Southern Mexico, central
and northern south America @ sea level to 800 meters
The
Plant
Medium sized hot to warm growing epiphyte
with upright pseudo bulbs having 2-3 oblong leaves
Unlike the other Epidendrum species, Long
and arching Inflorescence arises from base of new pseudo bulbs. Each
inflorescence is with many racemes flowers of long lasting fragrant flowers.
Inflorescence can be branching and can be upto 60 cm in length
Flowers once year during early or late fall
and flower lasts a few months
Cultural
Requirements and Nutrition
Grow in bright light but not in direct sun.
Prefers to dry out between watering and hence a good candidate for mounting. Water
and fertilize during active growth period and reduce fertilization if it is
dormant.
Pest
and Diseases
No specific pests or disease.
Hybrids
Used extensively in hybrids
Bloomed in Jan 2015
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