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Cyrtochilum diceratum is an epiphytic orchid from the genus Cyrtochilum.
Description[]
Plants blooms in the early spring with several 4.7 cm wide flowers.
Distribution[]
Plants are found growing in the cloud forest of Colombia and Ecuador at elevations of 2800 to 3200 meters
Culture[]
Grow in cool conditions with moderate light. Water the plant right before the potting mix starts to dry. Plants should be potted in a well drain medium such as medium fir bark.
Naming[]
Common name: The Double Covered Cyrtochilum
Synonyms[]
- Cyrtochilum fallens (Rchb.f.) Kraenzl. 1917
- *Oncidium diceratum Lindley 1855
- Oncidium fallens Rchb.f. 1886