Species: Barbosella orbicularis
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Native to: Costa Rica, Panama, Venezuela, northern Brazil and Ecuador
Temperature preferences: Hot to cool growing
Water preferences: Medium to high moisture
Terrestrial or Epiphytic: Epiphytic
General Information and Care: Barbosella orbicularis is a stunning miniature orchid species that is especially well suited to terrarium culture. This species has beautiful small dark green leaves that typically do not exceed ¼" in diameter. Additionally, the leaves have a somewhat shingling habit as they grow, forming themselves to whatever they are mounted to or growing over. The flowers are small ½"or less gorgeous pale yellow and magenta.
Glass Box Tropicals Plant Care Rating: 6
Shipped Size: Blooming size division, may be mounted or unmounted.