Epidendrum Orchids - Learn How To Care For Epidendrum Orchids For Generous Blooms

Epidendrum orchids are also commonly known as the poor man's orchids
but this variety is far from being poor in appearance and beauty. It
is one of the most generous bloomers and can produce up to forty
flowers at a time. It is a prize that the mini-cattleya blooms on the
long spike of the plants flower again after a few months. The
epidendrum species is also very generous in providing new plantlets or
keikis, good news as new plants can be added to your collection.There
are at least four hundred known species of epidendrum plants. They are
the most easiest to grow because they require little attention and
care due to their self supporting nature. Even if you have little time
in growing these kinds of plants, you can still have a collection in
your garden by growing these specific variety.Diversity of Epidendrum
OrchidsEpidendrum plants will give your home the most wonderful sight
during blooming season. Vast array of colors including shades of pink
and white, orange, yellow, brown, red and green are the most common
colored flowers that they produce. You will see diversity in their
shapes and appearance as well; some are speckled, some with spot and
others with bi-colors.You will find that epidendrum also have
varieties in terms of smell. Some produce mild scents whilst other
very strong ones. You may also find flowers that do not give scents at
all. This is the reason why they are a very popular choice for wedding
flowers. The diversity in colors, shapes and scents make them a great
choice for center pieces, bouquets and corsages. The flowers also last
for a very long time which is a plus for any occasion.Propagation of
Epidendrum OrchidsOnce you see the keikis roots grow to about 2-4
inches long, you can separate them and replant the new growth. The
keikis grow after blooming and you will see them in the spikes of the
plants so watch out for them as each spike can yield many
keikis.Epidendrum CareThese varieties can withstand temperature up to
100 degrees F so they are suitable to grow in warmer climates. You can
water them up to three times a week unlike your typical orchid plants.
Fertilizing your plants regularly with diluted orchid food will ensure
stronger leaves and roots and will make them produce more blooms.