Mediocalcar decoratum var. variegatum

This orchid species is very tiny. The cylindrical growth with their "propeller" of little leaves are only 2 centimeters tall and the flowers less than 1 centimeter. Each new grow grows on top of the previous and the plant soon makes a mat of growths that are covered with flowers in the spring. It is and easy plant to grow but likes cooler temperatures and good humidity. This particular example has foliage that is slightly variegated and is especially desirable for that reason. It is from the highlands of New Guinea.