Botanical Name: Epidendrum ibaguense
Common Name: Epidendrum orchid Type of Plant: monocot: perennial Character evergreen Habit of Growth: Overall Shape sprawling, angular plant with reedlike, leafy stems which root at the nodes Height 2-4' Spread 4' or more Growth Rate rapid Environment: Exposure outdoor full sun for best flowering Soil prefers a very well-draining course soil Hardiness tender (zones 17, 21-24) Morphology: Leaves blue-green, alternate, leathery 2-3" long, on sprawling, reedlike stems Flowers raceme of orange-red flowers on long stems – clusters 3" across, lower petal fringed Fruit small silique Propagation: stem cuttings Usage: container plant, or raised bed specimen; collectors plant grown for flower color, striking foliage Landscape Care: Watering needs regular watering Fertilizing balanced fertilizer, monthly Pruning control size – head back flower stems after blooming Pests/Diseases mealybug Origin: Central and South America Family: Orchidaceae Notes: |
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