Epidendroideae
Eulophia
Desert Orchid
Eulophia petersii (1848)
Botanical Description
One of the most “succulent” orchids in the world. It features thick, serrated leaves and rock-hard pseudobulbs that allow it to survive in arid, desert-like conditions where other orchids would perish.Hardiness & Conservation
Hardy SpeciesStatus: Least Concern • Regulation: Appendix II
Scientific Classification
| Subfamily | Epidendroideae |
| Tribe | Cymbidieae |
| Subtribe | Eulophiinae |
| Genus | Eulophia |
Growth & Care
| 📍 Origin | East Africa, Arabia |
| 📅 Season | Summer |
| 👃 Fragrance | Yes; Subtle |
| 🔗 Similar | E. speciosa, E. guineensis |