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Leptotes pohlitinocoi is a species in the genus Leptotes.
Description[]
Plant blooms in the fall with a single flower. it is similar to Leptotes bicolor but has slightly smaller flowers with all segments completely pink.[1]
Distribution[]
Plants are found in the rain forest in Bahia, Brazil.
Culture[]
Plant prefer dry outs between waterings. Water about one to two times every week. Fertilize about once every two weeks during growing season. Plant grows in medium to bright light and cool to warm temperatures. Pot in perlite and medium bark or in full sphagnum moss. Plant is best mounted.
Naming[]
Common Name: pohlitinoco's Leptotes
References[]
- ↑ Vitorino P. Castro Neto: Leptotes pohlitinocoi in Icones Orchidacearum Brasilienses Vol.2: pl.163. São Paulo, March 2006. ISBN 8590149447