Phalaenopsis-Like Miltoniopsis

Appearance

The plant is 6-12 in. (15-30 cm) tall. The inflorescences, which are shorter than the leaves, carry 3-5 flat blossoms 2.0-2.5 in. (5.0-6.5 cm) across. All segments are white, but the lip is marked with light purple streaks and blotches.

Naming

In the past, it has been known as Odontoglossum phalaenopsis Linden & Rchb. f. and Miltonia phalaenopsis (Linden & Rchb.f.) Nicholson.

Distribution

Colombia, Ecuador, Panama.

Habitat

Originally found in central Colombia on the western slopes of the Cordillera Oriental near Ocãna. Plants also grow near Velez, where they are found in humid, temperate forests at 3950-4900 ft. (1200-1500 m).
Elsewhere as ornamental.

Uses

Ornamental.