Lepanthes caloura

Lepanthes caloura is an epiphytic orchid in the genus Lepanthes.

Description

Plant blooms from winter to spring with several successive 5mm flowers.

Distribution

Plant is found in the cloud forest of south eastern Ecuador at elevations of 1300 to 1900 meters.

Culture

Keep plant in partial shade. Plant can be grown in cool 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 Beautiful Tailed Lepanthes