Lepanthes stegastes

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

General Information

The Covered Lepanthes is a warm growing orchid belonging to the sub family Epidendroideae. The name refers to the protected inflorescence within the horizontal convex leaves.

Plant Description

Each new growth has a single erect leaf

Flowers

Numerous blossoms appear during Winter

Blooming Season

• Winter

Climate

Grows at high elevations.