Zootrophion dodsonii (Big) Carapa naturally growing on trees

naturally growing on trees

This hybrid grows slowly

fleshy lip with an ornamental column

making it a standout hybrid

Zootrophion dodsonii (Big) Carapa naturally growing on treesA large, well established division of this architecturally distinct epiphyte from the cloud forests of Ecuador, with erect, fusiform pseudobulbs bearing narrow, lanceolate leaves a markedly upright habit that sets it apart from other species in the genus. The solitary pendant flower is among the most sculptural in Zootrophion: a slender, elongated fusiform structure of fused sepals densely covered in fine papillose texture, with reddish brown tones