Pleurothallis talpinaria Christensonella The unusual flower structure resembles

The unusual flower structure resembles orchids in the Bulbophyllum genus

tulip-shaped flower on an erect spike

Morning sun can be beneficial

the name "quinquevulnera" means "five wounds

Pleurothallis talpinaria Christensonella The unusual flower structure resemblesA small epiphyte from Andean cloud forests, producing flowers of extraordinary contrast. The pale yellow green tubular structure frames a deeply lobed, fimbriate lip of intense dark purple violet with a heavily verrucose texture one of the most elaborate and dramatic lips in the genus. Light: Bright indirect light with 5070% shade cloth; avoid direct sun exposure. Temperature: 5068F (1020C); a Cool to Intermediate grower. Tolerates brief dips to 45F