Epidendrum pallidiflorum

Epidendrum pallidiflorum

Native to:
Leeward Is., Windward Is.

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Taxonomy

Division:
Magnoliophyta | - Flowering plants
Family:
Orchidaceae
Genus:
Epidendrum
Species:
Epidendrum pallidiflorum
USDA Symbol:
EPPA10

Growth Characteristics

Height:
100 cm
Light Requirements:
Full Sun
Drought Tolerance:
Low
Bloom Months:
jan,feb,mar,apr,may,jun,jul,aug,sep,oct,nov,dec
Bloom Colors:
yellow, green, cream

Garden & Ecology Notes

Wildlife Value:
butterflies
Deer Resistant:
Yes
Fragrant:
Yes

Soil Requirements

Soil Type:
rich, well-drained loamy soil
pH:
5.5 - 6.5 (slightly acidic to neutral)
Drainage:
excellent drainage required
Moisture:
consistently moist

Propagation & Germination

Notes:
Orchid seeds require mycorrhizal fungi for germination; typically propagated through division or tissue culture rather than seed.