Aspasia epidendroides

Aspasia epidendroides Culture:

Successful cultivation of the charming Aspasia epidendroides. Here are some important cultural tips to ensure its thriving growth:

• Light: Aspasia epidendroides prefers bright, indirect light. It can tolerate some direct sun in the morning or late afternoon, but intense midday sun should be avoided.
• Temperature: This orchid is a warm to intermediate growing plant. Daytime temperatures should be between 20-30°C (68-86°F), and nighttime temperatures should not drop below 15°C (59°F).
• Humidity: Aspasia epidendroides prefers high humidity, between 60-80%. Humidity can be increased by using humidifiers or water trays.
• Watering: During the active growing season, water generously, allowing the substrate to dry slightly between waterings. In winter, reduce watering frequency.

Additional Notes:

• It is an epiphytic orchid, meaning in its natural habitat it grows on trees.
  
• It is known for its flowers with a prominent and colorful lip.
• The natural environments where this orchid lives are from sea level up to 1100 meters of altitude, although it is more common to find it up to 400 meters of altitude.
• The flowers are reported to be very slight fragrance.