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Acianthera sonderiana (Acianthera sonderiana)

Description

It is a small epiphytic orchid with cylindrical, fleshy stems and narrow, short leaves (3 cm) that are channeled above. It flowers in an upright inflorescence with 3-5 flowers from the apex of the stem. They occur in summer and winter. Grow in a pot with moss in a place with shade and a bit of speckled sun, it is heated to cool temperatures and with plenty of water to keep it moist at all times.

Taxonomic tree

  • Domain: Eukarya

    • Kingdom: Plantae

      • Phylum:

        • Class: Liliopsida

          • Order: Asparagales

            • Family: Orchidaceae

              • Genus: Acianthera