Zootrophion lappaceum Specklinia triangular sepals with short lateral

triangular sepals with short lateral tails and a distinctive monkey-face lip

well-established root system — ready to pot upon arrival

humid Andean conditions that closely replicate the species' natural habitat

never allowing the medium to fully dry out

Watering: Consistent moisture is essential while avoiding waterlogging

Zootrophion lappaceum Specklinia triangular sepals with short lateralA miniature species from the cloud forests of South America, producing small, cage like flowers with fused, ribbed sepals that form a closed, ovoid structure densely covered in short, bristle like projections giving the flower a distinctly textured, burr like appearance. The flowers emerge singly on short inflorescences from the base of the compact, leathery leaves. Light: Low to medium indirect light with 7080% shade cloth; avoid any direct sun