Description
Epidendrum lanioides (also called 'Lance-Leaved Reedstem', among many other common names) is a species of orchid native to Mexico, Guatemala, Honduras, and El Salvador. It is found growing in wet forests, often in shady areas, at elevations of 500-2000 m.
Uses & Benefits
Epidendrum lanioides is used in traditional medicine to treat fever, inflammation, and respiratory ailments. It is also used as an ornamental plant in gardens.
Cultivation and Propagation
Epidendrum lanioides can be propagated through division of the rhizome or by seed. It prefers a warm, humid environment with bright indirect light and well-draining soil. Water the plant when the soil is dry to the touch and fertilize it every two weeks during the growing season.