Description
Parathesis ferruginea (also called Rusty Orchid, among many other common names) is a terrestrial orchid native to the Caribbean, Central America, and South America. It has a single, erect leaf and a single, erect flower stem. The flowers are white with a yellow lip, and the sepals and petals are fringed with rusty-brown hairs. It grows in moist, shady forests, often in the understory of taller trees.
Cultivation and Propagation
Parathesis ferruginea can be propagated by seed or division. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained, sandy soil mix and kept moist. Division can be done in spring or autumn. The divisions should be planted in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist.