Epidendrum ancistronum Coryanthes cigar-shaped pseudobulbs that produce prominent

cigar-shaped pseudobulbs that produce prominent inflorescences carrying an impressive display of exceptionally large

Cool nights are important for its development

native to the cool cloud forests of Ecuador and Colombia

stable temperatures 18-26°C (65-80°F) for optimal development of the characteristic elongated foliage

Epidendrum ancistronum Coryanthes cigar-shaped pseudobulbs that produce prominentA reed stem orchid native to the cloud forests of Ecuador, producing tall, densely flowered racemes with numerous small flowers arranged spirally along the rachis. Each flower displays narrow, reflexed sepals and a contrasting bilobed lip, creating a striking, bottlebrush like inflorescence. Light: Bright indirect light with 5060% shade cloth; avoid direct midday sun, which can scorch the foliage. Temperature: 5472F (1222C); an intermediate cool