Description
Epidendrum swartzii (also called 'Swartz's Epidendrum', among many other common names) is a species of orchid native to Central and South America. It typically grows in tropical and subtropical climates, in humid forests and grasslands.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Epidendrum swartzii has small, white flowers with yellowish-green sepals and petals. The seed is a small, round, black seed with a smooth surface. The seedlings are small and slender, with a single, long, thin stem and small, oval-shaped leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Epidendrum swartzii is a species of orchid in the family Orchidaceae. It is native to Colombia. It is an epiphytic orchid growing to a height of 30 cm. It can be propagated by division or by seed. The seed should be sown on a well-drained medium and kept moist. Division should be done in spring or summer.