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Old 12-09-2008, 07:06 PM
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You can also find a culture sheet for it on Orchid Culture - Charles and Margaret Baker. You'll have to pay for it, but it's not overly expensive--$10 for ten sheets (plus they'll send you two more sheets after you've bought ten). There are also free sample sheets on that website that you can review (just to give you an idea of what you'll be getting if you choose to purchase some of them). I have this species and it is easy to grow. The culture sheet that I bought for it says it can handle rather extreme temperature fluctuations, and mine is spending the winter happily in a sunroom where the night temperatures drop to the low to mid 50s, with days up to the low 70s, and it's doing just fine. One word of caution if you get it (well, two actually): don't let it dry out and don't give it lots of light. Other than those two rules of thumb, I would say that it's a fairly trouble-free plant. And Calorchid's a good company to order from. I'm envious that you're so close to them. Good luck!

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Old 12-09-2008, 07:34 PM
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Hi Depau! Don't feel silly for asking questions! We all learn when someone else asks questions.

According to Orchidwiz, your plant has been the victim of a name change. It is now known as Pescatoria (pes-ka-TORE-ee-ah) ecuadorana. It perfers 2000 - 3000 fc and should not be exposed to direct sun. They also like strong air movement. Summer days in the mid 80's with nights in the mid 60's (winter temps are about the same with a couple degree's lower). Humidity is 80-85% year round. There is no real "dry" season and plants should never be allowed to dry out.

Hope this helps! Great plant, BTW...keep us posted on your progress!!

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Thanks, guys, I can always depend on members of this forum giving help. You guys are great. Thanks,
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Old 12-09-2008, 08:33 PM
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Thank you for understanding. I feel like such an idiot asking questions I''m sure everyonelse knows.
Thank you very much.
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Old 12-09-2008, 09:57 PM
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Thanks, and Ron, your web photos are absolutely gorgeous.
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