Lepanthes tortilis

A floriferous miniature species native to Ecuador. It grows a large elliptic leaf with a finely papillose iridescent surface, and produces dense pectinate racemes directly over the leaf with multiple simultaneous flowers and buds, each with tiny triangular sepals and contrasting bilobed petals at the center.

• Light: Bright indirect light with 50–70% shade cloth; avoid direct sun, which can damage the iridescent foliage.
• Temperature: 55–72°F (13–22°C); an Intermediate grower that benefits from good air circulation and stable temperatures.
• Humidity: 75–90%; maintain consistently high humidity — ideal for terrariums or humid intermediate setups.
• Watering: Water frequently to keep the medium evenly moist; avoid prolonged dryness, as Lepanthes roots are sensitive to dehydration.

Additional Notes

Best grown mounted on cork or in a small net pot with fine sphagnum moss. Its ornamental iridescent leaf and prolific simultaneous blooming habit make it an excellent terrarium subject. Plants are shipped bare root and well-established.