Lepanthes hystrix

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

General Information

The Porcupine Lepanthes is a cold growing orchid belonging to the sub family Epidendroideae. The name refers tothe prickly exterior of the flower.

Plant Description

Each new growth has a single erect elliptic leaf

Flowers

Numerous blossoms appear during Autumn and Winter

Blooming Season

• Autumn
• Winter

Climate

Grows at high elevations.