Lepanthes wendlandii

A robust epiphyte native to the cloud forests of Central America, bearing large, glossy lanceolate leaves and producing flowers in successive racemes on long ramicauls. The blooms are among the largest in the genus, featuring broadly ovate sepals with a richly granular iridescent texture, connate lateral sepals forming a wide bilobed blade, and rounded bilobed petals with a bold dark central blotch.

• Light: Bright indirect light with 50–70% shade cloth; avoid direct sun, which can scorch the broad foliage.
• Temperature: 55–75°F (13–24°C); an intermediate grower that appreciates stable temperatures and consistent air movement.
• Humidity: 70–90%; maintain high humidity with good airflow to prevent fungal issues.
• Watering: Keep evenly moist; water regularly in small amounts and avoid prolonged dryness at the roots.

Additional Notes

Best mounted on cork or tree fern, or potted in a coarse, well-draining mix (chunky bark or sphagnum moss). Ships bare root, well-established.