Lepanthes niesseniae

Also known as: Niessen's Lepanthes in the subfamily: Epidendroideae

General Information

Niessen's Lepanthes is a cool growing orchid belonging to the sub family Epidendroideae. It is named after the Colombian Orchid Growers Current.

Flowers

Numerous blossoms appear during Summer

Blooming Season

• Summer

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.