Lepanthes nycteris Orchidaceae and a very large trilobed

and a very large trilobed lip with broad lateral lobes

succulent-textured oval leaves

Dracula velutina

Temperature: This orchid enjoys warm to hot temperatures

Lepanthes nycteris Orchidaceae and a very large trilobedA dramatic miniature species from the Andean cloud forests of South America, named for its bat like floral silhouette. The flower features a large pubescent dorsal hood over a translucent globose synsepal, with elongated petals curving into slender filifom tails one of the most architecturally striking blooms in the genus. Light: Bright indirect light with 5070% shade cloth; avoid direct sun to protect the delicate foliage. Temperature: 5068F (1020C);