Pleurothallis grandiflora Octomeria with a well-defined contrasting labellum

with a well-defined contrasting labellum and petals at the center

downward-curving lateral sepals forming a deep cup

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provide vigorous air movement to protect the thick

high humidity is essential to maintain the pubescent flower texture and keep roots healthy

Pleurothallis grandiflora Octomeria with a well-defined contrasting labellumA bold epiphyllous species from the Andean cloud forests, bearing a solitary, oversized flower directly from the surface of an elliptic, coriaceous leaf. The large, concave, channeled dorsal sepal arches forward like a hood, while the elongated ventral synsepal tapers into a recurved downward tail a flower of commanding scale and sculptural presence, true to its name. Light: Bright indirect light with 5065% shade cloth; avoid direct sun, which can