Reed Orchid, Epidendrum

Epidendrum Ibaguense

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Overview

The Epidendrum ibaguense, commonly known as Reed Orchid, is an elegant, evergreen perennial with tall, slender pseudobulbs up to 3 feet high. It boasts vibrant, star-shaped, yellow or red flowers with a spread of up to 2 inches. This hardy orchid thrives in full to partial sun and prefers well-drained, loamy soil. Reed Orchids bloom prolifically, providing dazzling color in USDA zones 10-11, and require moderate watering.

Sun Full, HalfWater HighZones 10–11

Reed Orchid, Epidendrum (Epidendrum Ibaguense) — commonly known as Reed Orchid

Culture

Sun: Full, Half
Water: High
USDA zones: 10–11

Shape & size

Classification

Family: Orchidaceae

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Reed Orchid, Epidendrum (Epidendrum Ibaguense) — Including the Reed Orchid in a landscape design promises to provide a long-lasting

Reed Orchid, Epidendrum (Epidendrum Ibaguense) — evergreen presence and year-round interest for the discerning client

Reed Orchid, Epidendrum (Epidendrum Ibaguense) — multi-colored and orange flowers in the garden

Reed Orchid, Epidendrum (Epidendrum Ibaguense) — perennial with multi-colored and orange blooms

Reed Orchid, Epidendrum (Epidendrum Ibaguense) — commonly known as Reed Orchid; it boasts vibrant, star-shaped, yellow or red flowers with a spread of up to 2

Reed Orchid, Epidendrum (Epidendrum Ibaguense) — perennial for full or half

Reed Orchid, Epidendrum (Epidendrum Ibaguense) — evergreen perennial with tall; this hardy orchid stands out with its tall

Reed Orchid, Epidendrum (Epidendrum Ibaguense) — This hardy orchid thrives in full to partial sun and prefers well-drained, loamy soil; slender pseudobulbs up

Reed Orchid, Epidendrum (Epidendrum Ibaguense) — slender pseudobulbs up to 3 feet high; cluster in inflorescences at the stem tips

Reed Orchid, Epidendrum (Epidendrum Ibaguense) — It boasts vibrant, star-shaped, yellow or red flowers with a spread of up to 2 inches; including the Reed

Reed Orchid, Epidendrum (Epidendrum Ibaguense) — Reed Orchids bloom prolifically, providing dazzling color in USDA zones 10-11, and require, image 35

Reed Orchid, Epidendrum (Epidendrum Ibaguense) — scientifically referred to as Epidendrum ibaguense; typically about 1 to 1.5 inches across

Reed Orchid, Epidendrum (Epidendrum Ibaguense) — is a striking species that offers a lush; while its exotic charm appeals to the connoisseur

Reed Orchid, Epidendrum (Epidendrum Ibaguense) — tropical appeal to any landscape design; evergreen perennial with tall

Reed Orchid, Epidendrum (Epidendrum Ibaguense) — Originating from Central and South America; tropical appeal to any landscape design

Reed Orchid, Epidendrum (Epidendrum Ibaguense) — this hardy orchid stands out with its tall; the flowers of the Reed Orchid

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