Pleurothallis epiglottis Phloeophila A beautiful epiphytic orchid native

A beautiful epiphytic orchid native to the cloud forests of Central and South America

Let it get slightly dry between waterings

with a characteristic hooded structure typical of the genus

A spectacular specimen in full bloom

Pleurothallis epiglottis Phloeophila A beautiful epiphytic orchid nativeA miniature species native to the cloud forests of Ecuador, producing successive flowers on racemes that emerge from the base of each leaf. The blooms are open and symmetrical, with broadly rounded, well spread sepals and a distinctly trilobed lip featuring a prominent, fleshy central lobe an unusually refined floral structure for the genus. Light: Bright indirect light with 5065% shade cloth; avoid direct sun, which can stress the soft foliage.