Lepanthes ictalurus Campanulaceae named after the Nangaritza River

named after the Nangaritza River valley

and adaptability to a wide range of indoor growing conditions

This striking Cattleya maxima f

producing masses of simultaneous blooms in a pronounced basal habit

Humidity: High humidity levels of 70-80% are essential for maintaining the distinctive velvety texture and metallic sheen

Lepanthes ictalurus Campanulaceae named after the Nangaritza RiverA cool growing species from the Andean cloud forests, producing pendant, large for the genus flowers on slender ramicauls that emerge from the leaf axils. Each bloom displays fused sepals forming a broad ovate lanceolate structure with an acuminate apex, a densely ciliate inner surface, and a prominent linear lip projecting forward. Light: Bright indirect light with 5070% shade cloth; avoid direct sun exposure to protect the delicate foliage.