Lepanthes helcium

Also known as: The Horse Collar Lepanthes in the subfamily: Epidendroideae

General Information

The Horse Collar Lepanthes is a cold growing orchid belonging to the sub family Epidendroideae. The name refers to the U shaped lip.

Plant Description

Each new growth has a single erect elliptic leaf

Flowers

Numerous blossoms appear during Summer and Autumn

Blooming Season

• Autumn
• Summer

Climate

Grows at high elevations.