Zootrophion machaqway

A miniature epiphyte from the cloud forests of Ecuador, belonging to a genus distinguished by its tubular, cage-like flowers with characteristic lateral windows. Leaves are small, leathery, and elliptic, growing in compact clusters on short ramicauls.

• Light: Bright indirect light with 50–70% shade cloth; avoid direct sun, which desiccates the small leaves rapidly.
• Temperature: 48–68°F (9–20°C); a cool grower that requires stable, cool conditions and good air movement year-round.
• Humidity: 70–90%; high humidity is essential — mount culture or a very open mix helps prevent root rot while maintaining moisture.
• Watering: Keep evenly moist at all times; never allow to dry out completely, but ensure excellent drainage to prevent stagnation at the roots.

Additional Notes

Plants are grown in Ecuador and shipped bare root, well established. Best cultivated mounted on cork or tree fern, or in a small pot with a very open, fast-draining mix.