Lepanthes chelonion Trichopilia with a rounded

with a rounded

The sepals are broad and spreading with fine

reduce frequency after flowering during rest period

A cool-growing epiphytic orchid from the cloud forests of South America

Lepanthes chelonion Trichopilia with a roundedA miniature cloud forest species from the Andean cloud forests of Ecuador, bearing small, intricately structured flowers directly on the leaf surface. The blooms display fused lateral sepals forming a distinctive hooded structure, with thread like petals and a projecting labellum a hallmark of the genus. Light: Low to medium indirect light with 6070% shade cloth; avoid direct sun, which scorches the thin, delicate leaves. Temperature: 4572F (722C).