{"product_id":"encyclia-cordigera","title":"Encyclia cordigera - fragrant - XL specimens","description":"\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eEncyclia cordigera\u003c\/strong\u003e is an epiphytic orchid species native to Central America (from Mexico to Panama). It is one of the most appreciated species in the Encyclia genus due to its large, elegant flowers and pleasant fragrance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003eThe plant forms ovoid-conical pseudobulbs, grouped, 6-10 cm long, from which usually two dark green, rigid, linear-lanceolate leaves emerge. The inflorescence is erect or slightly curved and can carry 5-12 flowers. The flowers are relatively large for this genus (up to 5-7 cm in diameter), with sepals and petals in green-brown or bronze tones, and the labellum (lip) is creamy white, heart-shaped, with intense purple or magenta veins and spots. They have a \u003cstrong\u003esweet and pleasant fragrance\u003c\/strong\u003e, more pronounced in the evening hours.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMain features:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul dir=\"auto\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLarge flowers (5-7 cm), elegant, with a heart-shaped lip\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSweet and pleasant fragrance\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRobust pseudobulbs and rigid leaves\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFlowering period: spring - early summer\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGrowth: moderate, suitable for medium collections\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSimple and practical care:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul dir=\"auto\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLight\u003c\/strong\u003e: intense, similar to Cattleya (2500-3500 fc)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTemperature\u003c\/strong\u003e: intermediate (day 22-28°C, night 14-18°C)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWatering\u003c\/strong\u003e: moderate during the growth period; allow the substrate to partially dry between waterings\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHumidity\u003c\/strong\u003e: medium (50-70%), with good ventilation\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSubstrate\u003c\/strong\u003e: medium-coarse bark or mounted on cork\/fern\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRest period\u003c\/strong\u003e: watering is significantly reduced in autumn-winter\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003eEncyclia cordigera is a relatively easy species to grow compared to other Encyclia, very resilient, with large and attractive flowers. It is a good choice both for beginners and collectors who appreciate orchids with fragrance and generously sized flowers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/sicretgarden.com\/blogs\/plant-care\/encyclia\" title=\"Encyclia care instructions\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCheck the care guide for Encyclia orchids here.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHeight with pot included approx. 30 cm\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNote for international orders: Long flower stems may break during transport.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Secret Garden Taiwan","offers":[{"title":"with flowers\/stem - 12 cm pot","offer_id":48851742163270,"sku":"tija","price":27.95,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":false},{"title":"without flowers - 12 cm pot","offer_id":41089422033094,"sku":null,"price":23.95,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0558\/5551\/3798\/products\/Encycliacordigera.jpg?v=1659955616","url":"https:\/\/sicretgarden.com\/en-be\/products\/encyclia-cordigera","provider":"Secret Garden Plant Shop","version":"1.0","type":"link"}