Lepanthes lophius

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

General Information

The Lophius Lepanthes is a cold growing orchid belonging to the sub family Epidendroideae. It is named after a genus of fish that eat bait similar to the appendix in shape.

Plant Description

Each new growth has a single erect leaf

Flowers

Numerous blossoms appear during Autumn and Spring

Blooming Season

• Autumn
• Spring

Climate

Grows at high elevations.