Lepanthes hydrae

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

General Information

The Hydra Lepanthes is a cold growing orchid belonging to the sub family Epidendroideae. It is named after a genus of minute, hydrozoan polyps.

Plant Description

Each new growth has a single erect elliptic leaf

Flowers

Numerous blossoms appear during Winter

Blooming Season

• Winter

Climate

Grows at high elevations.