Lepanthes Barad-dur
A hybrid of Lths. ionoptera × Lths. escobariana, producing tall, dramatically dark flowers with a long, acuminate dorsal sepal and deeply fused lateral sepals that form a striking tubular structure. Named after the dark tower of Tolkien’s Middle-earth, this hybrid’s brooding, architectural blooms are among the most visually intense in the genus.
- Light: Bright indirect light with 50–70% shade cloth; avoid direct sun, which can stress the delicate foliage.
- Temperature: 48–65°F (9–18°C); a Cool grower that requires consistently cool temperatures and steady air movement.
- Humidity: 75–90%; high humidity is essential to keep roots and foliage in optimal condition.
- Watering: Keep roots evenly moist; water frequently in small amounts with excellent drainage to prevent root rot.
Additional Notes
Best mounted on cork bark or grown in a small net pot with fine sphagnum moss to maintain root moisture and aeration. A closed terrarium or enclosed glass container makes an excellent environment for this hybrid, though it can also thrive in any humid, well-ventilated setup. Ships bare root, well-established.
A hybrid of Lths. ionoptera × Lths. escobariana, producing tall, dramatically dark flowers with a long, acuminate dorsal sepal and deeply fused lateral sepals that form a striking tubular structure. Named after the dark tower of Tolkien’s Middle-earth, this hybrid’s brooding, architectural blooms are among the most visually intense in the genus.
- Light: Bright indirect light with 50–70% shade cloth; avoid direct sun, which can stress the delicate foliage.
- Temperature: 48–65°F (9–18°C); a Cool grower that requires consistently cool temperatures and steady air movement.
- Humidity: 75–90%; high humidity is essential to keep roots and foliage in optimal condition.
- Watering: Keep roots evenly moist; water frequently in small amounts with excellent drainage to prevent root rot.
Additional Notes
Best mounted on cork bark or grown in a small net pot with fine sphagnum moss to maintain root moisture and aeration. A closed terrarium or enclosed glass container makes an excellent environment for this hybrid, though it can also thrive in any humid, well-ventilated setup. Ships bare root, well-established.
Original: $31.00
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$10.85Description
A hybrid of Lths. ionoptera × Lths. escobariana, producing tall, dramatically dark flowers with a long, acuminate dorsal sepal and deeply fused lateral sepals that form a striking tubular structure. Named after the dark tower of Tolkien’s Middle-earth, this hybrid’s brooding, architectural blooms are among the most visually intense in the genus.
- Light: Bright indirect light with 50–70% shade cloth; avoid direct sun, which can stress the delicate foliage.
- Temperature: 48–65°F (9–18°C); a Cool grower that requires consistently cool temperatures and steady air movement.
- Humidity: 75–90%; high humidity is essential to keep roots and foliage in optimal condition.
- Watering: Keep roots evenly moist; water frequently in small amounts with excellent drainage to prevent root rot.
Additional Notes
Best mounted on cork bark or grown in a small net pot with fine sphagnum moss to maintain root moisture and aeration. A closed terrarium or enclosed glass container makes an excellent environment for this hybrid, though it can also thrive in any humid, well-ventilated setup. Ships bare root, well-established.
