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Acianthera crinita

Acianthera crinita

Barb. Rodr. 1877 SUBGENUS Acianthera [Scheidw.] Luer 1986

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$42.00 - $42.00
$42.00
$42.00 - $42.00
$42.00

Plant Size (Approx.) : 7cm

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Acianthera crinita

Acianthera crinita

Acianthera crinita Barb. Rodr. (1877), subgenus Acianthera [Scheidw.] Luer (1986), is a rare and enchanting miniature orchid species from the cloud forests of South America, including Ecuador and Brazil. A member of the vast Pleurothallidinae subtribe, this tiny intermediate-growing epiphyte is a prized gem among terrarium growers and miniature orchid specialists. Its name — crinita, meaning "hairy" or "with long hairs" in Latin — refers to the delicate, hair-like fringes or cilia that adorn its flowers, giving them an almost otherworldly, ethereal appearance when viewed under magnification.

Features

  • Flowers: Delicate, intricately fringed blooms with hair-like cilia — extraordinary when viewed up close
  • Plant size: 7 cm — a true miniature, perfect for terrariums, vivariums, and mounted micro-collections
  • Growth habit: Epiphytic; grows naturally in humid cloud forest environments on mossy branches
  • Classification: Barb. Rodr. 1877; subgenus Acianthera [Scheidw.] Luer 1986
  • Climate: Intermediate growing — cool to intermediate cloud forest conditions

Care Guide

  • Light: Bright indirect light; filtered light is ideal — avoid direct sun which can scorch the small leaves
  • Temperature: Intermediate, between 14°C and 24°C (57°F – 75°F); appreciates cooler nights around 10–15°C to mimic cloud forest conditions
  • Watering: Keep the substrate consistently moist but never waterlogged; excellent drainage and air movement around the roots are essential
  • Humidity: High, 65–85%; thrives in terrarium or enclosed high-humidity environments
  • Medium: Best grown mounted on cork bark or fine wood with a thin layer of sphagnum moss, or in a small pot with a fine epiphytic mix

At just 7 cm, Acianthera crinita is proof that the most extraordinary things in the orchid world come in the smallest packages. Those delicately fringed, hair-adorned flowers are a marvel of botanical detail — the kind that makes you reach for a magnifying glass. A must-have for the serious miniature orchid or terrarium collector.