Pleurothallis montezumae
A striking species from the Andean cloud forests, producing clusters of large, showy flowers at the base of narrow, erect leaves. The broad, undulate sepals reflex dramatically, framing a prominent bilobed lip with a fleshy, glossy texture — an unusually bold display for the genus.
- Light: Bright indirect light with 40–60% shade cloth; avoid harsh direct sun, which can scorch the narrow foliage.
- Temperature: 50–68°F (10–20°C); a cool to intermediate grower with a minimum tolerance around 45°F (7°C). Cool nights promote vigorous blooming.
- Humidity: 75–90%; maintain consistently high humidity with good air movement to prevent fungal issues.
- Watering: Water frequently to keep the root zone evenly moist; avoid prolonged dry periods between waterings.
Additional Notes
Best grown in a small pot with a fine, open mix (sphagnum or fine bark), or mounted on cork. Thrives under cool, humid conditions typical of high-altitude Andean cloud forests. Shipped bare root, well-established.
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Pleurothallis montezumae
Pleurothallis montezumae
A striking species from the Andean cloud forests, producing clusters of large, showy flowers at the base of narrow, erect leaves. The broad, undulate sepals reflex dramatically, framing a prominent bilobed lip with a fleshy, glossy texture — an unusually bold display for the genus.
- Light: Bright indirect light with 40–60% shade cloth; avoid harsh direct sun, which can scorch the narrow foliage.
- Temperature: 50–68°F (10–20°C); a cool to intermediate grower with a minimum tolerance around 45°F (7°C). Cool nights promote vigorous blooming.
- Humidity: 75–90%; maintain consistently high humidity with good air movement to prevent fungal issues.
- Watering: Water frequently to keep the root zone evenly moist; avoid prolonged dry periods between waterings.
Additional Notes
Best grown in a small pot with a fine, open mix (sphagnum or fine bark), or mounted on cork. Thrives under cool, humid conditions typical of high-altitude Andean cloud forests. Shipped bare root, well-established.
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Description
A striking species from the Andean cloud forests, producing clusters of large, showy flowers at the base of narrow, erect leaves. The broad, undulate sepals reflex dramatically, framing a prominent bilobed lip with a fleshy, glossy texture — an unusually bold display for the genus.
- Light: Bright indirect light with 40–60% shade cloth; avoid harsh direct sun, which can scorch the narrow foliage.
- Temperature: 50–68°F (10–20°C); a cool to intermediate grower with a minimum tolerance around 45°F (7°C). Cool nights promote vigorous blooming.
- Humidity: 75–90%; maintain consistently high humidity with good air movement to prevent fungal issues.
- Watering: Water frequently to keep the root zone evenly moist; avoid prolonged dry periods between waterings.
Additional Notes
Best grown in a small pot with a fine, open mix (sphagnum or fine bark), or mounted on cork. Thrives under cool, humid conditions typical of high-altitude Andean cloud forests. Shipped bare root, well-established.
