Encyclia megalantha - Butterfly orchid

Treatments Encyclia megalantha : Avoid to grow orchids in stagnating water; the foliage can occasionally be infested by the cochineal, which is eliminated by using mineral oil.

continental : Water the Encyclia megalantha very regularly, trying to maintain the soil always a little humid, but not soaked or with stagnating water. Remember to increase waterings during the most luxuriant vegetative period, from March until October, and to decrease watering when the cold period starts.

alpine : We remind to water the Encyclia megalantha very often, specially in summer; the soil shall be maintained humid constantly, but not soaked. During the cold season we can decrease waterings, but avoid the soil to dry out completely for too long periods.

mediterranean : Water the Encyclia megalantha very regularly, allowing the substrate to be constantly humid; increase waterings specially in summer, and decrease them in winter. Remember that these plants suffer from drought, specially in case of long duration drought.

continental : Place the Encyclia megalantha in a very bright place, but not sunny.
We remind that the Encyclia megalantha does not tolerate cold; therefore it is grown as a houseplant in winter.

alpine : The Encyclia megalantha shall be placed in a bright location for a good growth, but away from direct sunlight.
It is advisable to grow these plants in the apartment during winter, you can place them outside as soon as spring comes.

mediterranean : Avoid to expose the plant to direct sunlight, in any case try to grow it in a very bright location.
Avoid to expose the Encyclia megalantha to cold; place it in the house or in the hothouse since autumn.

Fertilization Encyclia megalantha : Orchids need a specific fertilizer, to be given only during the vegetative period; avoid fertilizings during bloom and during a possible rest period. Remember to avoid orchids to be in contact with the fertilizing solution too long.