Benzingia elvirae

Benzingia elvirae Culture:

Successful cultivation of the captivating Benzingia elvirae. Here are some important cultural tips to ensure its thriving growth:

• Light: Benzingia elvirae prefers low to medium indirect light. It naturally grows in shady, humid cloud forests, so avoid direct sunlight, which can damage its leaves.
• Temperature: This orchid enjoys cool to intermediate temperatures. Daytime temperatures should be between 18-25°C (64-77°F), and nighttime temperatures can drop to 10-15°C (50-59°F).
• Humidity: Benzingia elvirae thrives in high humidity, around 60-70%. You can achieve this by using humidifiers, misting frequently, or growing it in a terrarium or enclosed environment.
• Watering: Water regularly, keeping the substrate moist but not soggy. Allow the substrate to dry slightly between waterings. Reduce watering during the winter months.

Additional Notes:

• It is an epiphytic orchid, meaning it naturally grows on trees.
  
• It produces a slender, erect, to 20 cm long, successively few-flowered inflorescence with a single, showy flower that arises from low on the stem and has acuminate petals and sepals.
• It can be grown mounted on cork bark or in small pots with a well-draining epiphytic mix.