Friday, February 13, 2015

Lankesterella ceracifolia

This micro-miniature orchid is related to the Cattleyas and is from Argentina and Brazil. It belongs to a genus of small orchids that includes around 10 species. This species has a rosette of succulent leaves and flowers that are only a half centimeter in size. It blooms in the spring and seems to do best on a rough mount of some kind.




6 comments:

  1. Wow, that's amazing! I've read somewhere that they are short lived. How long have you had yours? Is it a cool grower? Is officially on my wish list now.

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    1. I've had mine for three or four years, William and it is a cool grower, at least it does well in my setup.

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  2. It's just beautiful, now I have to get me one of these, thank you for sharing

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    1. It's really tiny, Klara. Wouldn't want it to get lost among your other orchids.

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  3. Congratulations on growing! The flowers are very delicate and original and green tones make them more attractive. A marvel, Ron

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    1. Thanks, angel. Have been very busy and have not had time to acknowledge your kind comments.

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