Lepanthes ballatrix Araceae using a pebble tray

using a pebble tray

delicate fringe-like margins

It can be grown mounted on cork bark or in small pots with a well-draining substrate

making it an excellent choice for collectors seeking species with exceptional leaf characteristics

Lepanthes ballatrix Araceae using a pebble trayA miniature epiphyte native to the cloud forests of Ecuador, with a large, concave dorsal sepal that arches over the flower like a hood, while the fused lateral sepals form a cupped lower structure. The vivid, bilobed lip and contrasting petals at the center complete a floral silhouette reminiscent of a dancer in motion the inspiration behind its name. Light: Bright indirect light with 5070% shade cloth; avoid direct sun, which can stress the delicate