Lepanthes alkaia Chondrorhyncha They give off a sweet

They give off a sweet

each displaying lanceolate sepals radiating outward and a prominent orange-gold labellum at the center

for healthy leaf development

making this species one of the most rewarding in any collection

Lepanthes alkaia Chondrorhyncha They give off a sweetA miniature epiphyte from Andean cloud forests, producing relatively large, showy flowers for the genus on short ramicauls held close to the leaf. The broadly ovate, translucent sepals frame a prominent central lip and exposed column, giving the bloom a remarkably open and detailed appearance. Light: Bright indirect light with 5070% shade cloth; avoid direct sun, which can stress the delicate foliage. Temperature: 5270F (1121C); an Intermediate Cool