Lepanthes deformis
A miniature epiphyte native to the cloud forests of Ecuador, prized for its large, orbicular leaves with a dense iridescent sheen that catches the light with remarkable intensity. A branching, pectinate inflorescence emerges directly from the leaf surface, bearing multiple small flowers open simultaneously in a floriferous, comb-like arrangement that is as ornamental as the foliage itself.
- Light: Bright indirect light with 40–60% shade cloth; avoid direct sun, which can diminish the iridescent leaf sheen.
- Temperature: 58–77°F (14–25°C); an Intermediate-Warm grower that tolerates warmer conditions than most Lepanthes, making it more accessible for growers in warmer climates.
- Humidity: 70–90%; high humidity enhances the iridescent foliage and supports continuous blooming.
- 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 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 species, though it can also thrive in any humid, well-ventilated setup. Ships bare root, well-established.
A miniature epiphyte native to the cloud forests of Ecuador, prized for its large, orbicular leaves with a dense iridescent sheen that catches the light with remarkable intensity. A branching, pectinate inflorescence emerges directly from the leaf surface, bearing multiple small flowers open simultaneously in a floriferous, comb-like arrangement that is as ornamental as the foliage itself.
- Light: Bright indirect light with 40–60% shade cloth; avoid direct sun, which can diminish the iridescent leaf sheen.
- Temperature: 58–77°F (14–25°C); an Intermediate-Warm grower that tolerates warmer conditions than most Lepanthes, making it more accessible for growers in warmer climates.
- Humidity: 70–90%; high humidity enhances the iridescent foliage and supports continuous blooming.
- 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 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 species, though it can also thrive in any humid, well-ventilated setup. Ships bare root, well-established.
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$10.85Description
A miniature epiphyte native to the cloud forests of Ecuador, prized for its large, orbicular leaves with a dense iridescent sheen that catches the light with remarkable intensity. A branching, pectinate inflorescence emerges directly from the leaf surface, bearing multiple small flowers open simultaneously in a floriferous, comb-like arrangement that is as ornamental as the foliage itself.
- Light: Bright indirect light with 40–60% shade cloth; avoid direct sun, which can diminish the iridescent leaf sheen.
- Temperature: 58–77°F (14–25°C); an Intermediate-Warm grower that tolerates warmer conditions than most Lepanthes, making it more accessible for growers in warmer climates.
- Humidity: 70–90%; high humidity enhances the iridescent foliage and supports continuous blooming.
- 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 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 species, though it can also thrive in any humid, well-ventilated setup. Ships bare root, well-established.
