Pleurothallis portillae Zygopetalum A distinctive miniature species from

A distinctive miniature species from the cloud forests of the Caribbean islands

as stagnant

well-defined lip

The flowers are usually a beautiful creamy yellow

Regular watering supports the vibrant leaf coloration and healthy growth

Pleurothallis portillae Zygopetalum A distinctive miniature species fromA small epiphyte endemic to the cloud forests of Ecuador, producing solitary flowers directly on the surface of the elongated, fleshy leaf. The large concave dorsal sepal is veined in warm brown gold over a cream ground, while the deeply concave, bilobed lip is a striking glossy purple black a bold contrast against the pale yellow green petals and divergent lateral sepals. Light: Bright indirect light with 5070% shade cloth; avoid direct sun exposure.