Leptotes bicolor

Leptotes bicolor is a compact epiphytic orchid with slender, rounded foliage and an airy growth habit that displays beautifully on a mount or in a small basket. Its manageable size and sculptural form make it an appealing choice for bright orchid collections where its roots can remain exposed to fresh air.

Care Guide

• Light: Provide bright filtered light with gentle morning sun where conditions allow. Acclimate gradually and avoid harsh midday exposure.
• Water: Water thoroughly during active growth, then allow the roots to dry lightly before watering again. Reduce frequency somewhat when growth slows, but avoid prolonged drought.
• Humidity: Maintain moderate to high humidity with strong, consistent air circulation around the foliage and roots.
• Temperature: Grow in intermediate to warm conditions with a modest nighttime drop, protecting the plant from cold drafts and temperature extremes.
• Growing medium: Mount on bark or cork, or use a small basket with very coarse, fast-draining orchid media that keeps the roots well aerated.

With abundant filtered light, quick-drying roots, regular moisture during growth, and fresh moving air, Leptotes bicolor can develop into a graceful, compact specimen.