Myoxanthus exasperatus

A charming miniature orchid from Andean cloud forests, producing dense clusters of delicate, star-shaped white flowers along slender, arching spikes — an elegant and floriferous species well suited for cool-growing collections.

• Light: Moderate to bright indirect light. Avoid direct sun. Thrives under shade cloth or in a bright, filtered indoor setting.
• Temperature: Cool-growing; prefers 45–68°F (7–20°C). Consistent cool temperatures are key to long-term health and blooming. Avoid prolonged warmth above 75°F (24°C).
• Humidity: High humidity required, ideally 70–85%. Good air circulation is essential to prevent rot at the leaf base.
• Watering: Keep evenly moist year-round; this species has no true rest period. Never allow the roots to dry out completely. Mount culture or well-draining bark mix works well.

Additional Notes:

Flowers are small, pure white, and produced in dense racemes along the stem, creating a striking cascading effect as seen in the image. Best grown mounted on cork or tree fern, or in small baskets with open, fast-draining media. A rewarding species that blooms freely when cool temperatures are maintained.