Epidendrum atacazoicum

Epidendrum atacazoicum Care

Epidendrum atacazoicum

What is the plant

Epidendrum atacazoicum, native of Ecuador, is recognized by the pyramid-shaped inflorescence with small, rose-lilac flowers, the lip lighter colored. The species belongs to the orchid family.

Atacazo epidendrum, found in Ecuador on the Pacific slope of the Andes in upper montane wet forests at elevations of 380 to 2900 meters as a large sized, hot to cold growing terrestro-lithophyte or epiphyte with an erect, leafy stem carrying erect-patent, elliptic-oblong, acuminate, 4.8" [12 cm] long leaves that blooms in the summer and fall on a terminal, 9.2" [23 cm] long, paniculate, each branch 6" [15 cm] long, compact, pyramid-like inflorescence with erect-patent, linear, acuminate floral bracts and carrying non-fragrant flowers.

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Humidity

Dry

Lighting

Full Sun

Temperature

12°C - 24°C

Difficulty

Medium

How to Care for the Plant

Water
Epidendrum orchids should be watered regularly and abundantly. As a rule of thumb, you will want to water more frequently (approximately every 4-5 days) during the warmer months and less frequently (once a week) in the cooler months. You can help encourage bud growth by withholding water for about a month, however, make sure that your orchid remains happy.
Fertilizer
When Epidendrum orchids are in full growth they should be fertilized regularly. A balanced fertilizer (20-20-20) is recommended at a half-strength solution every time you water. During the winter, when the plant is not in active growth, you will want to cut back on fertilizing frequency.
Sunlight
Epidendrums will enjoy bright indirect light provided they are introduced to it gradually. Ideally, Epidendrums do well under nets allowing 50-60% sunlight to pass through. Plants receiving lesser amounts of light have leaves that are dark green and flowering will be markedly reduced. Ensure that your plants are protected from the afternoon sun especially during the summer. For those who do not have greenhouses, east or west facing balcony which receives a few hours of sunlight would be ideal.

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Soil
Plants may be grown in small pots or baskets filled with an open, fast draining medium like pine bark that allows the roots to dry rapidly after watering.
Temperature
The average daytime temperature should range from 60°F to 90°F (15.6°C to 32.2°C) and average nighttime temperature should be between 50°F to 70°F (10C to 21.1°C). These orchids can even tolerate near-freezing temperatures for short periods of time.
Container
This plant can be grown in a container. Choose a pot with enough drainage holes.