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Shan Chiloschista
Chiloschista shanica
Leafless species endemic to Shan State in Myanmar, an epiphyte from cool to intermediate hill forest that produces clusters of white to purple flowers on bare roots. It prefers moderate to bright indirect light, good air movement, and a wet/dry cycle under high humidity.
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At a glance
- Plant type
- orchid
- Size
- small 8–15cm
- Light
- Indirect
- Humidity
- 70%–90%
Native context
Where it belongs
- Elevation
- Submontane (500–1,000 m)
- Flowering
- Spring
About this plant
Leafless species endemic to Shan State in Myanmar, an epiphyte from cool to intermediate hill forest that produces clusters of white to purple flowers on bare roots. It prefers moderate to bright indirect light, good air movement, and a wet/dry cycle under high humidity.
Stable BJURNY record: tx_e2495f7a6909440c8a21