Pleurothallis viduata Aechmea concave fused lateral sepals —

concave fused lateral sepals — but distinguished by its distinctive pigmentation that makes it a prized selection among collectors of the species

A botanical rarity native to the cloud forests of Ecuador with a striking epiphyllous habit: a single flower emerges from the surface of a large

with pigmented stems and small flowers featuring narrow lanceolate sepals and a broad trilobed lip with a large central lobe bearing long

Dracula orientalis

Pleurothallis viduata Aechmea concave fused lateral sepals —A small epiphyte endemic to the cloud forests of Ecuador, producing flowers of striking minimalist elegance. The long, narrow, pure white sepals spread in a graceful open form, centered by a small but intensely dark purple black bilobed lip a single bold mark of contrast that gives the species its name and its unmistakable character. Light: Bright indirect light with 5070% shade cloth; avoid direct sun exposure. Temperature: 5068F (1020C); a Cool to