Lepanthes latisepala

Also known as: The Broad Sepal Lepanthes in the subfamily: Epidendroideae

General Information

The Broad Sepal Lepanthes is a cold to cool growing orchid belonging to the sub family Epidendroideae.

Plant Description

Each new growth has a single erect elliptic leaf

Flowers

Numerous blossoms appear during Autumn

Blooming Season

• Autumn

Climate

These orchids thrive in cool, conditions with good airflow. 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.