Porroglossum mordax Peperomia compact plant that blooms almost

compact plant that blooms almost continuously throughout the year

hinged lip at the center

protect from hard frost

allowing only a slight dry-out between applications

Porroglossum mordax Peperomia compact plant that blooms almostA miniature species from the cloud forests of Ecuador, producing multiple small flowers simultaneously on slender, upright inflorescences that bloom in succession over an extended period. The flowers display broad, spreading sepals with short lateral tails and a sensitive, hinged lip that snaps shut on contact a remarkable pollination mechanism unique to the genus. Light: Low to medium indirect light with 7080% shade cloth; avoid any direct sun