Lepanthes exotica NEW

SKU: BJ3063

Category: orchids

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39,90 €

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Beautiful Lepanthes species that is native to the Dominican Republic. In the wild it grows at an altitude of approx. 1500m on moss-covered tree trunks and branches on bare bark. In terrariums, paludariums, orchidariums or greenhouses, it therefore grows very well when mounted on Xaxim (tree fern). You will receive a tied plant. Also ideal for planting Terra Base, Biorb Air and Wabikusa.

This Lepanthes, which flowers in bright yellow-orange colors, is a must-have for lovers of exotic miniature orchids. It is best suited to being kept as a mounted plant, as in the wild it grows as an epiphyte on trees and only clings to the branches and trunks of trees with its aerial roots.
The product photos show examples of the plant. You will receive a specimen that corresponds to the product photos in terms of size, shape and color.
- Growth type: Upright
- Origin: Tropical forests of Ecuador and Colombia
- Other names: The Exotic Lepanthes

Ben's tips on plant care:

- Location/light requirements: partial shade to shade
- Substrate: tied to Xaxim or in well-drained orchid substrate with good drainage
- Temperature: optimal at 20-25° C (day), 15-20° C (night)
- Watering: Spray regularly when tied up, but allow leaves to dry out well. Otherwise only water moderately when the substrate is thoroughly dry. Only use lukewarm water with a low lime content. Avoid waterlogging at all costs.
- Humidity: requires high humidity, use a humidifier or place in the terrarium
- Addition of nutrients: in the winter months, fertilize only very moderately every 3 weeks with diluted orchid fertilizer.
- The growing season and main flowering period is in the winter months, which is why the Lepanthes requires somewhat more care during this time.