A miniature species from the cloud forests of Ecuador, producing pendant flowers on slender, drooping inflorescences. The flowers display broad, triangular sepals with short lateral tails and a distinctive monkey-face lip, characteristic of the genus.
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Light: Low to medium indirect light with 70–80% shade cloth; avoid any direct sun exposure.
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Temperature: 50–65°F (10–18°C); a cool grower requiring stable temperatures and good air movement.
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Humidity: 80–90%; high humidity is essential throughout the year.
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Watering: Water frequently to maintain even moisture; do not allow the medium to dry out between waterings.
Additional Notes
Grow in a fine bark or sphagnum moss mix with excellent drainage. Shipped bare root and well established.