Encyclia mapuerae

[Rosim_in_BR]

This is a seldom seen Encyclia species native to the Amazon forest, in the areas known as Campinaramas, which are open areas in the middle of the jungle. These natural open areas have very sparse trees thus allowing the sun to penetrate deep in the jungle favoring the occurrence of orchids. The plant is not excessive large (50cm tall), has strap-like leaves that resemble those of Cymbidium and thin, pyriform p-bulbs. The flowers are fragrant.
In the wild, the floral stems keep upright (for some reason mine curved down). It is also known as Encyclia tarumana, a synonym.

[stefpix]

I love these kind of flowers - so much more than those fluffy hybrid cattleyas. i love whaever reminds me of the jungle. and muted brown/greenish colors with a small colorful part... well looks great. how big is your greenhuse? do you have a wide angle/ panoramic photo of your space for orchids?

[pheli]

I have never seen it. It is a beauty.

[Rosim_in_BR]

Originally Posted by stefpix

I love these kind of flowers - so much more than those fluffy hybrid cattleyas. i love whaever reminds me of the jungle. and muted brown/greenish colors with a small colorful part... well looks great. how big is your greenhuse? do you have a wide angle/ panoramic photo of your space for orchids?

I have several photos of my growing area in my gallery, Stefpix. Take a look: Winter_-_West_side - Orchid Board Galleries

[Fredrik]

Very nice Encyclia, and what a fantastic growing area.

[kiki-do]

Thank you Mauro for bringing us to the Amazon jungle through your photography. Amazing photos and a simply beautiful orchid.

[RosieC]

It's gorgeous, and a wonderful explanaition of it's habitat!

[Rosim_in_BR]

Thank you all for watching and commenting!