Lepanthes nephridia Fragrant arching inflorescences with boldly patterned

arching inflorescences with boldly patterned flowers

Watering: Water thoroughly during active growth

stiff petals and sepals

ruffled trilobed lip with a contrasting ornamental callo

Lepanthes nephridia Fragrant arching inflorescences with boldly patternedA botanically fascinating miniature species from the cloud forests of Ecuador, notable for its large, heart shaped, prominently veined leaves and its remarkable habit of producing flowers directly on the leaf surface (epiphyllous inflorescences). The small blooms feature ovate, cupped sepals and a finely toothed rachis, with flowers opening in succession along the midrib of the leaf. Light: Bright indirect light with 5070% shade cloth; avoid direct