Platystele obtecta

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

General Information

The Covered Platystele is a hot growing orchid belonging to the sub family Epidendroideae. The name refers to the inflorescence which just barely arises above the basal sheaths.

Plant Description

Each new growth has a single erect elliptic leaf

Flowers

Numerous blossoms appear during Summer

Blooming Season

• Summer

Climate

Grows at low elevations.