Lepanthes maxonii Rubiaceae and lip patterning

and lip patterning

This vigorous vine serves as both an ornamental plant and a potential vanilla bean producer when mature

the dorsal sepal extending into a long

producing a single arching peduncle from a solitary leaf

as Lepanthes roots are sensitive to dehydration

Lepanthes maxonii Rubiaceae and lip patterningA striking miniature species from the cloud forests of Central America, producing successive flowers on slender, arching inflorescences. The blooms feature broad, pendulous lateral sepals with a finely textured surface and a contrasting labellum, giving the flower a distinctive hooded, lantern like silhouette. Light: Bright indirect light with 5070% shade cloth; avoid direct sun, which can scorch the thin leaves. Temperature: 5068F (1020C); a cool to