Pleurothallis microcardia sbsp. microcardia Mormolyca translucent sepals with finely ciliate

translucent sepals with finely ciliate margins forming a clean geometric star

distinguished by its exceptionally rich golden base tone on the sepals and petals

cylindrical leaves give it an unmistakable silhouette and strong drought tolerance compared to flat-leaved orchids

A natural hybrid epiphytic orchid from the cloud forests of Ecuador

Pleurothallis microcardia sbsp. microcardia Mormolyca translucent sepals with finely ciliateThe nominal subspecies of Pths. microcardia, bearing solitary flowers directly on a broad, bilobed, fleshy leaf. The widely spreading lateral sepals form a distinctive cross shaped silhouette, while the short erect dorsal sepal and small ovoid lip complete a precise, architectural bloom of remarkable detail for its miniature size. Light: Bright indirect light with 5070% shade cloth; avoid direct sun, which can stress the broad, succulent textured