Encyclia withneri

Common Name: Withner's Encyclia

Habitat: Encyclia withneri is endemic to the island of Andros in the Bahamas. The plants grow on trees and shrubs in shrubby forest habitats.

Plant Size: Small to Medium

Flower Size: 0.5 inches (1.25 cm)

Flower Description: description

Bloom Season: Spring

Growing Temperature: Intermediate to Warm

Additional Information: Encyclia withneri is a small Encyclia species that was first discovered in the 1970's. It is limited in distribution and in cultivation. Grow mounted on cork bark or grow in a slatted basket. The species was named after Dr. Carl Withner who is an American botanist who specializes in Cattleya orchids.

Synonyms: Epidendrum withnei


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