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Rhynchostele hortensiae is an epiphytic orchid from the genus Rhynchostele.
Description[]
Plant blooms in the spring with up to fifteen 10 cm wide flowers.
Distribution[]
Plant is found growing in the open forest of Costa Rica at elevations around 1700 to 2500 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 Garden Rhynchostele
Synonyms[]
- Cymbiglossum hortensiae (Lucas Rodr.) Halb. 1983
- Lemboglossum hortensiae (Lucas Rodr.) Halb. 1984
- *Odontoglossum hortensiae Lucas Rodr. 1979