Pleurothallis loranthophylla Paphinia and the broad

and the broad

One of the most biologically fascinating orchids in cultivation

It blooms in the spring and summer

Frequent light waterings are preferable to infrequent heavy ones

Pleurothallis loranthophylla Paphinia and the broadA dramatic species native to the cloud forests of Ecuador, producing tall, erect racemes of numerous simultaneous flowers on a long scape. The very long, linear sepals twist and extend into filiform tails that radiate in all directions, framing a well defined, concave, ovate lip at the center an explosive, dynamic inflorescence of exceptional visual impact. Light: Bright indirect light with 5065% shade cloth; avoid direct sun, which can stress the