Anthopterus revolutus

A rare Ecuadorian ericaceous shrub with distinctive revolute-margined leaves and elegant pendant tubular flowers that attract hummingbirds in its cloud forest habitat. Its architectural foliage and graceful blooming habit make it a prized specimen for cool greenhouse collections and serious ericad enthusiasts.

• Light: Moderate to bright indirect light with 40–60% shade cloth; tolerates brief morning sun but avoid harsh midday exposure.
• Temperature: Cool to intermediate grower. Daytime 60–72°F (15–22°C), nighttime 50–60°F (10–15°C); cool temperatures are essential for long-term health and blooming.
• Humidity: 70–85%; consistent high humidity with good air circulation is essential to prevent fungal issues.
• Watering: Keep the substrate evenly moist; never allow roots to dry out completely, as the fine root system is sensitive to desiccation.

Additional Notes

Native to Ecuador at mid to high elevations in cloud forest habitats; best grown in a well-draining, acidic epiphytic mix of fine bark and sphagnum moss or mounted on tree fern.