Pleurothallis melanosticta

A miniature species native to the cloud forests of Ecuador, with erect spike-like racemes densely packed with small, dark-spotted flowers arranged in two alternating rows along the rachis. The bold sepal markings make the inflorescence remarkably ornamental for its size.

• Light: Bright indirect light with 50–70% shade cloth; avoid direct sun, which can stress the soft, broad leaves.
• Temperature: 55–72°F (13–22°C); an intermediate grower with a minimum tolerance around 50°F (10°C). Moderate day-to-night temperature fluctuations encourage consistent blooming.
• Humidity: 75–90%; maintain consistently high humidity with good air movement to prevent fungal issues.
• Watering: Water frequently to keep the root zone evenly moist; avoid prolonged dry periods between waterings.

Additional Notes

Best grown in a small pot or basket with a fine, open mix (sphagnum or fine bark), or mounted on cork. It thrives in intermediate and humid conditions at an altitude of around 1,100 m. Shipped bare root, well-established.