Encyclia atrorubens

Encyclia atrorubens – a dark-flowered Encyclia

Encyclia atrorubens is an epiphytic orchid known for its rich, dark red to mahogany-toned flowers. Individual blooms are about 3.75 cm across, with colour and presentation varying between plants.

Grow it in bright filtered light with good air movement. Water thoroughly while new growth is active, then allow the mix to approach dryness between waterings. Reduce watering during its resting period, while avoiding prolonged dehydration.

• Origin: Central America.
• Flower size and duration: Flowers are about 3.75 cm across; duration varies with growing conditions.
• Flower colour and fragrance: Dark red to mahogany tones; fragrance is not consistently documented.
• Growth habit and mature size: Epiphytic, with clustered pseudobulbs; mature size depends on growing conditions.
• Plant size and flowering status: Select Flowering Size or NFS. Flowering is not guaranteed at dispatch.
• Light: Bright filtered light.
• Watering: Water during active growth and reduce during rest.
• Growing style: Use a free-draining orchid mix or mount with consistent humidity and airflow.

The plant supplied will be similar in size and quality to the listing photo; flowering and fragrance can vary.