Lepanthes vaginans

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

Native to: Ecuador

General Information

The Sheathed Lepanthes is a cold to cool growing orchid belonging to the sub family Epidendroideae native to Ecuador. The name refers to the column being covered by the lip.

Plant Description

Each new growth has a single erect elliptic leaf

Flowers

Numerous blossoms appear during Autumn

Blooming Season

• Autumn

Climate

Grows at high elevations.