Encyclia megalantha - Butterfly orchid

Fertilization Encyclia megalantha : In the autumnal period let’s fertilize our orchids sporadically, every 30-40 days. We should avoid excessive fertilizations during those periods with very short days, to avoid stimulating the plants which tend to have short periods of vegetative rest.

continental : The Encyclia megalantha needs to be located in a very bright place, but far from direct sunrays.
The Encyclia megalantha is a quite delicate plant, which can’t stand the cold weather; when the autumnal temperatures go below 15°C let’s bring them inside the apartment.

alpine : We suggest growing the the Encyclia megalantha in a bright spot, where it is also protected by direct solar rays.
Let’s avoid exposing the Encyclia megalantha to temperatures below 15°C; when the autumnal climate brings nocturnal minimum temperatures quite low let’s move our plants inside the apartment.

mediterranean : This plant prefers very sunny places, in this period of the year it is best to avoid direct solar rays, especially during the hottest hours of the day.
We advise growing these plants in a sheltered place; when the autumnal temperatures go below 15°C it’s best to locate the the Encyclia megalantha in the apartment.

continental : Let’s water every 0-1 weeks with 1-2 glasses of water, or even more often if the weather is hot and dry; we should always try to keep the ground slightly damp.

alpine : Water regularly, every 1-2 weeks, wetting the soil thoroughly by using 0-1 glasses of water and keeping it always a bit moist, although avoiding to soak it too much.

mediterranean : For a balanced development these plants need constant and abundant dampness; during this time of year it is good to water frequently, about 2-3 glasses of water at least every -0-0 weeks.

Treatments Encyclia megalantha : Let’s use an anticoccidiosis, only if necessary; it is best to avoid spraying the flowers with the insecticide compound which could ruin them. We should remember to keep the plants in windy and damp place.