Trichopilia tortilis

Trichopilia tortilis is an epiphytic orchid from the genus Trichopilia.

Description

Plants bloom from spring to summer with one to three 10 cm wide flowers. Flowers are fragrant.

Distribution

Plants are found growing in Mexico to Costa Rica at elevations up to 1500 meters.

Culture

Grow plants in cool temperatures in partial shade. Water plant when mix drys. During the winter give plants a slight dryout between waterings. Water approximately once a week. Reduce watering during the winter season. Pot with medium fir bark.

Variants

Image	Name	Description
	Trichopilia tortilis var. alba	Sepals and petals are green. Lip is white with a yellow center.

Naming

Common name: The Twisted Trichopilia