True to its name, this enigmatic cloud forest species puzzled botanists upon its discovery with flowers that defy easy classification within the genus, combining unusual structural traits into a uniquely captivating display. Blooms appear successively on upright stems throughout the year. This plant is offered in a larger-than-standard commercial size.
- Light: Moderate indirect light with 5070% shade cloth; avoid any direct sun to prevent overheating and leaf damage.
- Temperature: Cool grower. Daytime 5868F (1420C), nighttime 4855F (913C); stable cool temperatures are essential for long-term health and blooming.
- Humidity: 7085%; a humidifier or terrarium with constant air circulation is strongly recommended.
- Watering: Keep the medium evenly moist at all times; never allow roots to dry out completely.
Additional Notes
Found in humid montane cloud forests at elevations of 2,0003,000 meters; best grown in small pots with fine sphagnum moss or mounted on tree fern where humidity remains consistently high.
