Pleurothallis bivalvis Ceroxylon macrura from the cloud forests

macrura from the cloud forests of Ecuador

with nighttime temperatures around 18-22°C (64-72°F)

and bilobed petals with a small labellum visible at the central opening

is a primary cross between the species Phragmipedium klotzschianum and the magnificent Phragmipedium caudatum

The broadly spreading sepals and petals have a leathery texture with a strongly undulate and finely fringed margin

Pleurothallis bivalvis Ceroxylon macrura from the cloud forestsA leaf blooming epiphyte from the Andean cloud forests, producing several flowers simultaneously along the lanceolate leaf surface. Each bloom features a wide, deeply concave synsepalum with bold longitudinal striping, a hooded dorsal sepal, and a large velvety dark labelo that fills the cup a bivalve like form that gives this species its fitting name. Light: Bright indirect light with 5070% shade cloth; avoid direct sun, which can stress the broad,