Lepanthes clandestina

Also known as: The Hidden Lepanthes in the subfamily: Epidendroideae

Native to: Ecuador

General Information

The Hidden Lepanthes is a cold to warm growing orchid belonging to the sub family Epidendroideae native to Ecuador. The name refers to the inflorescence behind the leaf and the minute lip obscured by the column.

Plant Description

Each new growth has a single erect leaf

Flowers

Numerous blossoms appear during Summer and Spring

Blooming Season

• Spring
• Summer

Climate

These orchids thrive in humid, cool, shady conditions with good airflow, they will be found under dense forest canopies where they will receive moderate sun exposure throughout the year.

When cultivated they will thrive in a cool, sheltered environment such as a shaded greenhouse, or if grown in cooler climates they can be grown in the garden in areas where they are protected from frost and receive shade throughout the year, though they may be able to tolerate some morning sun during winter.

Grows at high elevations.