About
Pleurothallis tribuloides is a small, epiphytic orchid producing the characteristic leathery leaves and small, intricate flowers of the genus. A rewarding orchid for a cool to intermediate heated greenhouse collection.
About the genus
Pleurothallis are a large genus of mostly small, epiphytic orchids from tropical America producing tufts of thick, leathery leaves and small, often intricately shaped flowers singly or in clusters from the leaf base. Grown in cool 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.