Pleurothallis penduliflora Trisetella concave lateral sepals curving downward

concave lateral sepals curving downward into elongated tails

The oversized dorsal sepal arches backward in a sweeping curve of translucent cream-yellow

rounded corymbs of numerous small flowers on upright

finger-like or "clava" (club) shape

Pleurothallis penduliflora Trisetella concave lateral sepals curving downwardA striking species native to the cloud forests of Ecuador, producing pendant racemes densely set with small, dark, fleshy flowers along the rachis. The deep, richly toned sepals contrast sharply with the curved, yellow green lateral petals, creating a dramatic cascading display that is unusually showy for the genus. Light: Bright indirect light with 5070% shade cloth; avoid direct sun, which can stress the broad, leathery leaves. Temperature: 5068F