Zygopetalum (Orchids)

Becoming very popular in cultivation, Zygopetalum is a genus of about 16 species of terrestrial or epiphytic orchids found in Argentina, Bolivia, Brazil, Paraguay, and Peru. Easy to grow in the home, as long as you follow an appropriate care routine, these cool to moderate growing orchids make ravishing houseplants.

Becoming very popular in cultivation, Zygopetalum is a genus of about 16 species of terrestrial or epiphytic orchids found in Argentina, Bolivia, Brazil, Paraguay, and Peru. Easy to grow in the home, as long as you follow an appropriate care routine, these cool to moderate growing orchids make ravishing houseplants.

Guide Information

Hardiness 9 – 10

Plant Type Orchids
Plant Family Zygopetalum – Orchids
Exposure Partial Sun
Season of Interest Spring (Early,Mid,Late)Summer (Early,Mid,Late)FallWinter
Height 4" – 2' (10cm – 60cm)
Spread 6" – 2' (15cm – 60cm)
Soil Drainage Moist but Well-Drained
Characteristics Fragrant, Showy
Landscaping Ideas Patio and Containers