Pleurothallis sphaerantha

A miniature epiphyte endemic to the cloud forests of Ecuador, where the contrast between plant and flower is part of its charm. The large, glaucous, fleshy leaves dwarf the tiny globose bloom that emerges on a slender erect peduncle from between them — a deep black-purple sphere, finely papillose and tightly closed, that belies its minuscule size with remarkable presence.

• Light: Bright indirect light with 50–70% shade cloth; avoid direct sun exposure.
• Temperature: 50–68°F (10–20°C); a Cool to Intermediate grower. Tolerates brief dips to 45°F (7°C) if kept dry.
• Humidity: 75–90%; maintain consistently high humidity with good air movement.
• Watering: Water thoroughly and allow the mount or medium to approach dryness between waterings; avoid prolonged root saturation.

Additional Notes

Best grown mounted on cork or tree fern; a small net pot with fine bark also works well. A slight nighttime temperature drop encourages blooming. Plants are shipped bare root and well-established.