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Dayan's Zootrophion

Zootrophion dayanum

Andean cloud-forest species from Colombia and Ecuador at elevations of 1500-2200 m. Forms clumps of upright leaves and produces inflated, lantern-like flowers typical of the genus. Prefers cool-intermediate conditions, very high humidity, low light and consistently moist conditions with strong airflow.

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Growing profile

At a glance

Plant type
orchid
Size
small 8–15cm
Light
Shade
Humidity
80%–100%

Native context

Where it belongs

Countries
Colombia, Ecuador
Ecosystems
Cloud forest, Wet forest
Elevation
Montane (1,000–2,000 m)
Flowering
Year-round

About this plant

Andean cloud-forest species from Colombia and Ecuador at elevations of 1500-2200 m. Forms clumps of upright leaves and produces inflated, lantern-like flowers typical of the genus. Prefers cool-intermediate conditions, very high humidity, low light and consistently moist conditions with strong airflow.

Stable BJURNY record: tx_662a53c542004335b2de