Taxonomy

Division:

Magnoliophyta | - Flowering plants

Family:

Orchidaceae

Genus:

Lepanthes

Species:

Lepanthes rupestris

USDA Symbol:

LERU2

Growth Characteristics

Life Cycle:

Perennial

Growth Habit:

Epiphyte

Height:

8 cm

Light Requirements:

Shade

Drought Tolerance:

Low

Bloom Months:

jan,feb,mar,apr,may,jun,jul,aug,sep,oct,nov,dec

Bloom Colors:

yellow, red, purple

Garden & Ecology Notes

Deer Resistant:

Yes

Soil Requirements

Soil Type:

rich, well-drained organic matter

pH:

5.5 - 6.5 (slightly acidic to neutral)

Drainage:

excellent drainage required

Moisture:

consistently moist

Notes:

typically found on mossy rocks and tree trunks

Propagation & Germination

Notes:

Orchid seeds require mycorrhizal fungi for germination; not viable without symbiotic association or sterile flask culture.