About

Pleurothallis densiflora is a densely flowered, small, epiphytic orchid producing the characteristic tufted, leathery leaves and small flowers of the genus in dense clusters. A rewarding orchid for a warm to intermediate heated greenhouse collection.

About the genus

Pleurothallis are small, epiphytic or terrestrial orchids from tropical America with tufted, leathery leaves and small, often brightly marked flowers borne on arching or upright racemes. Grown in warm to intermediate heated greenhouse collections.

Plant details

Suggested usesBorders, containers, mixed plantings.

Care notes

CultivationPlant in well-drained soil. Water during establishment.
PruningRemove dead growth as needed.
PropagationPropagate by division, cuttings, or seed.
Pest resistanceGenerally pest-free.
Disease resistanceGenerally disease-resistant.