Pleurothallis troglodytes

A small epiphyte endemic to the cloud forests of Ecuador, where the flower hides deep within the groove of the large, arching leaf — true to its name. Up close, an elongated orange-yellow striped tube rises above a broad, bilobed lateral sepal formation in vivid iridescent red-magenta, densely fringed at every margin — one of the most elaborate flowers in the genus.

• Light: Bright indirect light with 50–70% shade cloth; avoid direct sun exposure.
• Temperature: 50–68°F (10–20°C); a Cool to Intermediate grower. Tolerates brief dips to 45°F (7°C) if kept dry.
• Humidity: 75–90%; maintain consistently high humidity with good air movement.
• Watering: Water thoroughly and allow the mount or medium to approach dryness between waterings; avoid prolonged root saturation.

Additional Notes

Best grown mounted on cork or tree fern to allow the arching leaf habit to develop naturally. A slight nighttime temperature drop encourages blooming. Plants are shipped bare root and well-established.