Lepanthes elegantula Epicattleya allowing the mix to approach

allowing the mix to approach dryness between waterings

to maintain healthy foliage and prevent leaf browning

robust sympodial growth habit with sturdy pseudobulbs

Named in honor of Padre Jorge Moreno

Lepanthes elegantula Epicattleya allowing the mix to approachA dramatic miniature species native to Ecuador. It produces large, showy flowers for the genus with a long, sharply acuminate dorsal sepal pointing upward and an equally elongated acuminate synsepal pointing downward, forming a striking diamond shaped outline, with contrasting orange gold petals visible at the center. Light: Bright indirect light with 6070% shade cloth; avoid direct sun, which can damage the delicate foliage. Temperature: 5065F