Epidendrum radiatum Buttonhole Orchid Orchidaceae Epidendrum radiatum is an epiphytic orchid from Central America. Epidendrum s in general are one of the easiest orchid species to grow.
Flowers are extremely fragrant.
It should be grown in a mixture of 2 parts fir bark to 1 part coarse peat moss. Keep the potting medium abundantly moist at all times. It needs high humidity, so place in humidifying trays or mist at least twice a day. Fertilize monthly with a high nitrogen fertilizer diluted to the strength recommended on the label. Epidendrum radiatum are propagated by division of pseudobulbs.