Maxillaria arachnites Phalaenopsis named after the Portilla family

named after the Portilla family for their efforts in plant conservation and propagation through Ecuagenera

High light levels are necessary for good flowering

Ships bare root and well-established — pot promptly upon arrival in fine bark or sphagnum moss and water generously to rehydrate the roots

or place under grow lights if natural light is insufficient

a hybrid of Phragmipedium longifolium alba and Phragmipedium besseae flavum

Maxillaria arachnites Phalaenopsis named after the Portilla familyA cool growing epiphyte from the Andean cloud forests, producing solitary flowers on slender, nodding scapes. The remarkably elongated, filiform sepals and petals cascade downward in a spider like arrangement around a small, compact lip. Light: Bright indirect light with 5070% shade cloth; avoid any direct sun exposure. Temperature: 4565F (718C); a cool grower that requires consistently low temperatures and good air movement. Humidity: 7090%; high