Lepanthes tracheia

Also known as: The Trachea Lepanthes or Lepanthes caucana in the subfamily: Epidendroideae

Native to: Departamento del Huila - Colombia

General Information

The Trachea Lepanthes is a cool growing epiphytic orchid belonging to the sub family Epidendroideae native to Colombia. It is named after the Possibly refers to the lepanthiform sheathed ramicaul.

Plant Description

Each new growth has a single erect rigid leaf

Flowers

Numerous blossoms appear during Summer

Blooming Season

• Summer

Care Notes

These orchids have a fine root system that can quickly die back if left dry for too long, but also does not like to be kept wet, so water regularly but ensure that the mix is dry before watering. 

Climate

Grows at high elevations.

Potting

These plants are quite forgiving and will do well repotted ever 2-3 years. The mix should be coarse, well draining, and allow space for air to move and for roots to grow. 

Alternatively, these plants will also do well mounted to tree fern or cork slabs, or mounted to trees.

Best time for repotting or mounting the orchids is the end of winter when new growths start to appear. Avoid repotting during hot weather,