Description
Epidendrum plagiophyllum (also called Plagiophyllum Epidendrum, among many other common names) is a species of orchid native to Colombia, Ecuador, and Peru. It grows in wet forests and is a small, epiphytic plant with long, thin, branching stems and small, yellow flowers.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Epidendrum plagiophyllum has small, white flowers with yellowish-green sepals and petals. The seed is small and round, with a dark brown color. The seedlings are small and have a thin stem with a few leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Epidendrum plagiophyllum is an epiphytic orchid that can be grown in a pot or mounted on a slab of wood. It prefers a bright, humid environment and should be watered regularly. Propagation is done by division of the rhizomes or by seed.
Where to Find Epidendrum plagiophyllum
Epidendrum plagiophyllum is native to the Andes of Ecuador and Peru. It can be found in humid montane forests at elevations of 2,000-3,000 m.