Chiloschista glabrisepala (previously sold as yunnanensis) #5885.15 selfing (approximately 15 seedlings per flask).

The Species: This is a recently described (2022) species from North Vietnam. I have grown this plant since 2017 labeled Chiloschista yunnanensis and have sold flasks under this name. A mostly leafless orchid found in North Vietnam. At the time of publication, the location of collection was unknown. The plant species was described from a plant growing in Da Lat city in Vietnam which is very close to 5000 ft elevation. I find this to be one of the easier Chiloschista species to maintain from year to year.

Culture: I have always grown this mounted with little or no moisture retentive medium with good humidity. If humidity is low you may want to add moss or coconut fiber to the mount. I grow it in medium light with frequent watering in the growing season and misting in the winter. The photosynthesis is done through the roots and leaves, if any, will be insignificant. The roots should dry quickly. I have grown this in warm conditions because of the mistaken identification when I bought it. I should also do well in intermediate or cool temperatures judging by the elevation range.

Parent plant: Chiloschista glabrisepala

Another plant of Chiloschista glabrisepala from my colleciton for a better picture of the habit.