Lepanthes nematostele

Lepanthes nematostele is an epiphytic orchid in the genus Lepanthes.

Description

Plant blooms in winter to spring with two 5mm wide flowers.

Distribution

Plant is found in the cloud forest of North western Ecuador at elevations of 1500 to 1900 meters

Culture

Keep plant in partial shade. Plant can be grown in intermediate to warm conditions. Pot the plant in fine bark with perlite or sphagnum moss. Water regularly and keep potting media moist.

Naming

Common Names:The Worm-Like Column Lepanthes