Gongora gibba

A boldly patterned pendant-spike species from the cloud forests of Central America, producing loosely arching racemes of intricately marked flowers with broad, spreading lateral sepals, narrow recurved petals, and a distinctively gibbous hypochile — the swollen, hump-like lip structure that defines this species.

• Light: Bright indirect light with 50–60% shade cloth; avoid direct sun exposure, which can stress the pseudobulbs and foliage.
• Temperature: 59–77°F (15–25°C); intermediate-warm grower that benefits from a slight nighttime temperature drop to encourage spike initiation.
• Humidity: 65–80%; consistent high humidity supports healthy pseudobulb development and prolific pendant spike production.
• Watering: Water generously during active growth; reduce slightly once pseudobulbs are fully formed, but never allow the roots to dry out completely.

Additional Notes

Best grown in a hanging basket or mounted to allow the pendant spikes to arch and hang freely. Use a coarse, open bark mix with excellent drainage and airflow. Plants are shipped bare root and well established.