Pleurothallis nipterophylla Adaglossum creeping stems

creeping stems

Cool night temperatures

Temperature differential crucial for blooming

A large-flowered epiphyte endemic to the cloud forests of Ecuador

Pleurothallis nipterophylla Adaglossum creeping stemsA highly unusual miniature species native to the cloud forests of Ecuador, with a single large, erect, concave, and glossy dark leaf that acts as a natural cradle for a dense cluster of tiny flowers emerging from its base. The minute blooms, with free sepals and bright yellow columns, create a striking contrast against the dramatic foliage a true collectors curiosity. Light: Bright indirect light with 5070% shade cloth; avoid direct sun, which can