The Million Orchid Project - Trichocentrum undulatum

Be part of the Million Orchid Project! You can help restore rare Florida orchids in your own backyard trees. Orchids are cultivated from seed at Fairchild Tropical Botanic Garden.

Trichocentrum undulatum, also known as the 'Mule Eared Orchid', is native to extreme southern Florida. It is also found in the West Indies, Mexico, Central America, and northern South America. These orchids grow in medium to high light on the trunks and branches of hardwood trees and mangroves. They have long leathery, folded leaves that can reach over 5 feet in length. (Pot size: 4")