Stelis patinaria (Big) Leucohyle Protect from temperatures below 10°C

Protect from temperatures below 10°C (50°F) and cold drafts

keeping the potting medium evenly moist during periods of active growth

prized for its robust upright growth habit and unique floral features

then allow the top half of the substrate to dry before watering again

This hybrid grows slowly

Stelis patinaria (Big) Leucohyle Protect from temperatures below 10°CA large, well established division of this substantial epiphyte from the cloud forests of Ecuador, forming voluminous, multi stemmed clumps with broad, leathery, glossy ovate leaves. The horizontal inflorescences bear rows of concave, rounded flowers with a translucent, lustrous sepal surface and a prominent contrasting central column arranged along a dark, fleshy rachis in a striking linear display. Light: Moderate indirect light with 5065% shade