A reed-stem orchid endemic to Ecuador, producing tall, branched panicles densely packed with numerous small, star-shaped flowers. The inflorescence is highly floriferous, with slender, dark stems and lateral branches that give it an airy, cascading structure.
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Light: Bright indirect light with 50–60% shade cloth; avoid direct midday sun, which can scorch the leaves.
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Temperature: 55–72°F (13–22°C); an intermediate grower that tolerates cool nights typical of Andean cloud forest conditions.
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Humidity: 70–85%; maintain consistently high humidity to support active growth and flowering.
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Watering: Water thoroughly and allow the substrate to approach dryness between waterings; avoid prolonged saturation at the roots.
Additional Notes
A species native to the cloud forests of Ecuador, typically found at mid-to-high elevations. Best grown in a well-draining bark-based mix or mounted on cork. Ships bare root, well-established.