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Epidendrummacrocarpum

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Family
Orchidaceae (or-kid-AY-see-ee)
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Genus
Epidendrum (ep-ih-DEN-drum)
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Species
macrocarpum (ma-kro-KAR-pum)
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Synonym
Epidendrum incisum
Epidendrum schomburgkii
Epidendrum splendens
Sun Exposure
Full Sun
Sun to Partial Shade
Foliage
Evergreen
Smooth
Height
36-48 in. (90-120 cm)
4-6 ft. (1.2-1.8 m)
Spacing
15-18 in. (38-45 cm)
4-6 ft. (1.2-1.8 m)
Hardiness
USDA Zone 11: above 4.5 °C (40 °F)
Danger

Unknown - Tell us

Bloom Color
Orange
Bloom Time
Blooms repeatedly
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Category
Perennials
Epiphytes
Water Requirements
Average Water Needs; Water regularly; do not overwater
Foliage Color

Unknown - Tell us

Where to Grow
Suitable for growing in containers
Bloom Characteristics
This plant is attractive to bees, butterflies and/or birds
Bloom Size

Unknown - Tell us

Other details

Unknown - Tell us

Soil pH requirements
6.1 to 6.5 (mildly acidic)
6.6 to 7.5 (neutral)
Patent Information

Unknown - Tell us

Propagation Methods
By dividing rhizomes, tubers, corms or bulbs (including offsets)
From seed; germinate in vitro in gelatin, agar or other medium
Seed Collecting
Allow pods to dry on plant; break open to collect seeds
Regional

This plant is said to grow outdoors in the following regions:

Buena Park, California

Laguna Niguel, California

Panama City, Florida

Sebastian, Florida

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Laguna Niguel, CA (Zone 10a) | January 2005 | positive

Very hardy; little care necessary; loved by hummingbirds!

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