Description
Epidendrum glossaspis (also called Glossy Epidendrum, among many other common names) is a species of orchid native to Central and South America. It has long, thin, upright leaves and small, white, star-shaped flowers. It grows best in bright, indirect light and moist, well-drained soil.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Epidendrum glossaspis has white flowers with yellow-green sepals and petals. The seed is a small, black, round seed. The seedlings are small, green and have a single leaf.
Cultivation and Propagation
Epidendrum glossaspis is an epiphytic or lithophytic orchid that can be grown in a well-drained soil mix. Propagation is done by division of the clumps of pseudobulbs or by seed. The seeds should be sown in a well-drained medium and kept in a warm, humid environment.