Cyrtochilum pastasae
An epiphytic species native to the cloud forests of Ecuador, producing branched inflorescences with multiple well-opened flowers featuring broad, undulate, reflexed sepals and petals with a leathery texture and irregular margins, and a very wide, bilobed lip with large, rounded lateral lobes. Its bold floral architecture and floriferous, branching habit are hallmarks of the genus Cyrtochilum.
- Light: Bright indirect light with 40–60% shade cloth; avoid direct sun, which can scorch the broad, strap-like leaves.
- Temperature: 55–75°F (13–24°C); thrives as an intermediate grower with a moderate nighttime temperature drop to encourage blooming.
- Humidity: 60–80%; consistent humidity supports vigorous pseudobulb development and prolific flowering.
- Watering: Water thoroughly and allow the mix to approach dryness between waterings; avoid prolonged saturation at the roots.
Additional Notes
Best grown in a well-draining bark-based mix in a pot or basket. Plants are shipped bare root, well established, and ready to adapt to your growing conditions.
Description
An epiphytic species native to the cloud forests of Ecuador, producing branched inflorescences with multiple well-opened flowers featuring broad, undulate, reflexed sepals and petals with a leathery texture and irregular margins, and a very wide, bilobed lip with large, rounded lateral lobes. Its bold floral architecture and floriferous, branching habit are hallmarks of the genus Cyrtochilum.
- Light: Bright indirect light with 40–60% shade cloth; avoid direct sun, which can scorch the broad, strap-like leaves.
- Temperature: 55–75°F (13–24°C); thrives as an intermediate grower with a moderate nighttime temperature drop to encourage blooming.
- Humidity: 60–80%; consistent humidity supports vigorous pseudobulb development and prolific flowering.
- Watering: Water thoroughly and allow the mix to approach dryness between waterings; avoid prolonged saturation at the roots.
Additional Notes
Best grown in a well-draining bark-based mix in a pot or basket. Plants are shipped bare root, well established, and ready to adapt to your growing conditions.
