Lepanthes ortegae
A charming miniature species from the cloud forests of Ecuador, grown for its large, glossy, silver-iridescent leaves as much as its flowers. The blooms emerge directly on the leaf surface (epiphyllous inflorescences), displaying broad translucent sepals forming an open cup around a prominent globose labellum with outswept contrasting petals, with multiple flowers produced simultaneously.
- Light: Bright indirect light with 50–70% shade cloth; avoid direct sun to preserve the iridescent leaf surface.
- Temperature: 50–68°F (10–20°C); a cool grower with a minimum tolerance around 45°F (7°C).
- Humidity: 80–90%; maintain consistently high humidity with good air circulation to prevent fungal issues.
- Watering: Keep roots evenly moist at all times; water frequently and avoid any prolonged dry periods.
Additional Notes
Best grown in a small pot with fine sphagnum moss or mounted to display its ornamental foliage. Its compact habit and epiphyllous blooms make it an excellent choice for a well-ventilated terrarium. Ships bare root, well-established.
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Lepanthes ortegae
Lepanthes ortegae
A charming miniature species from the cloud forests of Ecuador, grown for its large, glossy, silver-iridescent leaves as much as its flowers. The blooms emerge directly on the leaf surface (epiphyllous inflorescences), displaying broad translucent sepals forming an open cup around a prominent globose labellum with outswept contrasting petals, with multiple flowers produced simultaneously.
- Light: Bright indirect light with 50–70% shade cloth; avoid direct sun to preserve the iridescent leaf surface.
- Temperature: 50–68°F (10–20°C); a cool grower with a minimum tolerance around 45°F (7°C).
- Humidity: 80–90%; maintain consistently high humidity with good air circulation to prevent fungal issues.
- Watering: Keep roots evenly moist at all times; water frequently and avoid any prolonged dry periods.
Additional Notes
Best grown in a small pot with fine sphagnum moss or mounted to display its ornamental foliage. Its compact habit and epiphyllous blooms make it an excellent choice for a well-ventilated terrarium. Ships bare root, well-established.
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Description
A charming miniature species from the cloud forests of Ecuador, grown for its large, glossy, silver-iridescent leaves as much as its flowers. The blooms emerge directly on the leaf surface (epiphyllous inflorescences), displaying broad translucent sepals forming an open cup around a prominent globose labellum with outswept contrasting petals, with multiple flowers produced simultaneously.
- Light: Bright indirect light with 50–70% shade cloth; avoid direct sun to preserve the iridescent leaf surface.
- Temperature: 50–68°F (10–20°C); a cool grower with a minimum tolerance around 45°F (7°C).
- Humidity: 80–90%; maintain consistently high humidity with good air circulation to prevent fungal issues.
- Watering: Keep roots evenly moist at all times; water frequently and avoid any prolonged dry periods.
Additional Notes
Best grown in a small pot with fine sphagnum moss or mounted to display its ornamental foliage. Its compact habit and epiphyllous blooms make it an excellent choice for a well-ventilated terrarium. Ships bare root, well-established.
