Lepanthes destituta

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

General Information

The Poor Lepanthes is a cold growing orchid belonging to the sub family Epidendroideae. The name refers to the visual illusion that there are no petals and lip.

Plant Description

Each new growth has a single erect leaf

Flowers

Numerous blossoms appear during Spring

Blooming Season

• Spring

Climate

Grows at high elevations.