Lepanthes caprimulgus

A compact miniature species from the Andean cloud forests, bearing successive single flowers on slender, wiry inflorescences that emerge from the leaf axils. The blooms display fused lateral sepals forming a broad, hood-like synsepal with elongated filiform tails, paired with a small, papillose trilobed lip.

• Light: Bright indirect light with 50–70% shade cloth; avoid direct sun exposure, which can scorch the delicate foliage.
• Temperature: 50–65°F (10–18°C); a cool grower that benefits from nighttime drops. Minimum tolerance around 45°F (7°C).
• Humidity: 80–90%; maintain high ambient moisture and ensure good air circulation to prevent fungal issues.
• Watering: Keep the roots consistently moist but never waterlogged; water frequently in small amounts, allowing brief drying between applications.

Additional Notes

Best grown mounted on cork or tree fern, or in a small net pot with fine sphagnum moss to maintain the moisture levels this species requires. Plants are shipped bare root, well-established.