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Odontoglossum tenue is an epiphytic orchid from the genus Odontoglossum.
Description[]
Plants bloom in the summer with six to seven 4.5 cm wide flowers.
Distribution[]
Plants are found growing on trees in the cloud forest of Ecuador and Peru at elevations of 2000 to 3000 meters.
Culture[]
Grow in cool to intermediate 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 Delicate Odontoglossum
Synonyms[]
- Odontoglossum sapphiratum Rchb.f. ex Bockemühl in ?