Lepanthes nycteris Ada moisture-retentive medium like tree fern

moisture-retentive medium like tree fern fiber or sphagnum moss

fleshy lip with inrolled lateral lobes — a refined and unusual bloom characteristic of the Cyrtidiorchis alliance

This species holds the distinction of having one of the largest flowers within the Bulbophyllinae

cool grower — requires cool nights year-round

Lepanthes nycteris Ada moisture-retentive medium like tree fernA dramatic miniature species from the Andean cloud forests of South America, named for its bat like floral silhouette. The flower features a large pubescent dorsal hood over a translucent globose synsepal, with elongated petals curving into slender filifom tails one of the most architecturally striking blooms in the genus. Light: Bright indirect light with 5070% shade cloth; avoid direct sun to protect the delicate foliage. Temperature: 5068F (1020C);