Pleurothallis epiglottis Phloeophila Water thoroughly when pseudobulbs show

Water thoroughly when pseudobulbs show slight wrinkling and ensure excellent drainage to prevent root rot

or in small pots with fine-grade bark mix or sphagnum moss

A beautiful epiphytic orchid native to the cloud forests of Central and South America

Ensure excellent air movement around the plant to prevent stagnant conditions that could lead to bacterial or fungal complications

Let it get slightly dry between waterings

Pleurothallis epiglottis Phloeophila Water thoroughly when pseudobulbs showA miniature species native to the cloud forests of Ecuador, producing successive flowers on racemes that emerge from the base of each leaf. The blooms are open and symmetrical, with broadly rounded, well spread sepals and a distinctly trilobed lip featuring a prominent, fleshy central lobe an unusually refined floral structure for the genus. Light: Bright indirect light with 5065% shade cloth; avoid direct sun, which can stress the soft foliage.