Porroglossum portillae

Porroglossum portillae is an epiphytic orchid in the genus Porroglossum.

Description

Plant blooms in the summer with a single 1.5 cm flower.

Distribution

Plant is found in the wet forest of Ecuador at elevations of 1300 to 1500 meter

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:Portilla's Porroglossum