Encyclia cyperifolia

Common Name: Sword-leafed Encyclia

Habitat: Brazil, Bolivia, Peru, Ecuador

Plant Size: Medium.

Flower Size: 2.5 inches (6 cm)

Flower Description: Encyclia cyperifolia has beautiful, distinctive flowers that are a pleasing rosy-lilac with streaks of yellow. The lip is rose and yellow. The inflorescence is branched and grows to the same height as the foliage.

Bloom Season: Summer to Fall

Growing Temperature: Intermediate to Warm

Additional Information: Encyclia cyperifolia has unique, colorful flowers and is a very attractive addition to an orchid collection. Grow mounted on bark or tree fern plaques. Provide bright light, humidity and warmth. Provide lots of water and water-soluble fertilizer during periods of active growth and reduce watering during cooler weather.

Synonyms: Bletia ensiformis, Epidendrum microtos var. grandiflorum, Encyclia microtos var. grandiflora, Epidendrum cyperifolium, Encyclia ensiformis, Epidendrum ensiforme


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