Pleurothallis saueri Marcgraviaceae Restrepia aristulifera

Restrepia aristulifera

This species thrives in terrarium environments

This choice cultivar produces robust

elongated inflorescences that rise elegantly above the foliage to bear multiple well-spaced blooms

Pleurothallis saueri Marcgraviaceae Restrepia aristuliferaA small epiphyte endemic to the cloud forests of Ecuador, bearing solitary flowers on erect peduncles. Three elongated, filiform tailed sepals spread in a dramatic trident formation in translucent grey green, while the large concave lip glows bright yellow green at the center of the bloom. Light: Bright indirect light with 5070% shade cloth; avoid direct sun exposure. Temperature: 5068F (1020C); a Cool to Intermediate grower. Tolerates brief dips to