Epidendrum ciliare-lesser known small type

[euplusia]

Epidendrum ciliare, since 2004 also called Coilostylis ciliaris, is a widespread species from Mexico to South America and in the Caribbean. Several local types of this species are known. In Venezuela there are large Cattleya-like plants, that prefer more humid conditions in intermediate climate. These plants flower here in December/January.
Apart from the aforementioned there exists another type in warm and drier open woodlands. These plants are considerably smaller and flower 2 months later.
I´ve grown this plant from 3 bulbs in 26 years now.

[tucker85]

You're obviously giving that orchid excellent care. It's beautiful to see it in full bloom like that.

[Daethen]

That is absolutely gorgeous. Congrats. I have an epi. cilare that by the sounds of it is the smaller one. Hmmmm. will have to do some research. Thanks so much for sharing yours.

[Merlyn]

Yes, great job, GREAT PLANT !!!

[RosieC]

Wonderful! Great Growing!

[tuvoc]

Awesome.

Kim