Restrepia sanguinea

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<em>Restrepia</em> <em>sanguinea</em> Valeria Valkova

A miniature-sized, cool-growing epiphytic orchid with oval-shaped, thick leathery leaves pointed at the end. Each leaf is wrapped in white, papery sheaths. Individual flowers emerge from the central point at the back of the leaf. They flower mainly in winter or spring, but flowers can appear consecutively throughout the year. Up to 3cm large, raspberry-red flowers are large compared to the overall size of the plant. Fused, lateral sepals and narrow petals give them an almost insect-like appearance

Position

Partial shade

Max Height

Up to 10 cm

Max Spread

0-0.1 metre

Size

Time to Maturity
5–10 years
Max Spread
0-0.1 metre
Max Height
Up to 10 cm

Growing Conditions

Moisture
Moist but well–drained or Well–drained
pH
Neutral

Position

Partial shade
Aspect
East–facing or South–facing or West–facing
Exposure
Sheltered
Hardiness

Hardiness Ratings

All ratings refer to the UK growing conditions unless otherwise stated. Minimum temperature ranges (in degrees C) are shown in brackets

  • H1A: under glass all year (>15C)
  • H1B: can be grown outside in the summer (10 - 15)
  • H1C: can be grown outside in the summer (5 - 10)
  • H2: tolerant of low temperatures, but not surviving being frozen (1 to 5)
  • H3: hardy in coastal and relatively mild parts of the UK (-5 to 1)
  • H4: hardy through most of the UK (-10 to -5)
  • H5: hardy in most places throughout the UK even in severe winters (-15 to -10)
  • H6: hardy in all of UK and northern Europe (-20 to -15)
  • H7: hardy in the severest European continental climates (< -20)
H1C

Colour & Scent

Season Stem Flower Foliage Fruit
Spring
Summer
Autumn
Winter

Botanical Details

Family
Orchidaceae
Native to GB/Ireland
No
Foliage
Evergreen
Habit
Clump forming, Columnar upright
Genus
Name Status
Correct
Plant Range
Colombia

How to Grow

Cultivation

Suitable for terrariums due to its compact size and moisture requirements. Grow in an open, free-draining orchid mix or mounted on a suitable support. Requires high humidity with ideal temperatures between 12-24 °C. Water with soft water (ideally rainwater) and ensure all water drains away, preventing the plant from sitting wet. Re-potting should be only done if the plant overgrows its container or before the potting mix starts to deteriorate - approximately once in 2-3 years. See indoor orchid cultivation for more tips.

Propagation

Propagation by seed is only possible in a controlled laboratory environment. Well-estastiblished plants can be propagated by division. Ensure each division has young enough, mature pseudobulbs to support new growth.

Suggested planting locations and garden types

  • Houseplants
  • Conservatory and greenhouse

Pruning

No pruning required other than removing spent flower stems.

Pests

May be susceptible to scale insect, aphids and mealybugs. Thrips can cause damage on flowers and developing flower buds

Diseases

Generally disease-free. Poor air movement may cause bacterial or fungal rots. Good hygiene practice and sterilising cutting tools prevent the spread of virus diseases