Lepanthes nutanticaulis Aphelandra and pink edges

and pink edges

It is a relatively small orchid

Avoid direct sunlight which can damage the textured leaf surfaces

The lip is deeply cupped with a rich

and a semi-velvety surface — already expressing the pendulous habit this species is celebrated for

Lepanthes nutanticaulis Aphelandra and pink edgesA distinctive miniature species from the cloud forests of the Caribbean, featuring pendulous, lanceolate leaves with a striking silvery iridescent surface. The flowers emerge from the leaf axil and display three broad, ovate sepals forming a neat, compact star, with a well defined contrasting labellum and petals at the center borne on a characteristically nodding, arching rachis that gives the species its name. Light: Bright indirect light with 4060%