Chiloschista lunifera Species Orchid | Premium Terracotta Plate Mounted Orchid

Chiloschista lunifera (Rchb.f.) J.J.Sm., commonly known as the Moon Chiloschista, is a fascinating miniature, mostly leafless epiphytic orchid admired for its exposed silver-grey roots and delicate, fragrant flowers. Its unusual leafless growth makes it a particularly distinctive choice for orchid enthusiasts and collectors.

OrchidZone presents this unique species in a premium terracotta plate-mounted format, creating an elegant display that complements its naturally exposed-root character.

Orchid Highlights

- Botanical Name: Chiloschista lunifera (Rchb.f.) J.J.Sm.

- Common Name: Moon Chiloschista

- Orchid Type: Species Orchid

- Growth Habit: Epiphytic

- Growth Form: Miniature, mostly leafless orchid with prominent grey-green roots

- Flower Colour: Yellow-green to darker reddish forms, depending on form

- Flower Character: Small flowers borne on pendant to erect, densely flowered racemes

- Fragrance: Sweetly fragrant

- Flowering Season: Generally autumn to spring, with regional variation

- Collector Appeal: Rare-looking leafless growth, exposed roots and fragrant flowers

- Mounting: Premium Terracotta Orchid Plate

Why Terracotta Plate Mounting?

- Better Root Airflow — Open mounting encourages ventilation around the exposed roots.

- Moisture Management — Porous terracotta and mounting material help manage moisture and drainage.

- Breathable Root Environment — Particularly suitable for a naturally exposed-root epiphytic orchid.

- Gradual Moisture & Nutrient Availability — The mounting material can retain moisture and dissolved nutrients for gradual availability.

- Natural Mounting Style — Complements the natural growth character of leafless epiphytic orchids.

- Elegant Display — The terracotta plate creates a premium botanical and collector-style presentation.

The OrchidZone Difference

Each orchid is carefully selected, prepared and professionally mounted before dispatch. OrchidZone combines distinctive species orchids with a premium terracotta-mounted presentation designed for orchid enthusiasts and collectors in India.

Safe Packaging & Delivery

Plants are carefully prepared and securely packed in protective brown-box packaging with internal protection to minimise movement during transit. We use suitable courier services for live-plant delivery and provide customer support after delivery.

Basic Care

- Light: Bright, filtered light.

- Water: Keep roots hydrated while allowing adequate airflow and drainage.

- Airflow: Maintain gentle, continuous ventilation.

- Humidity: High humidity with good airflow.

- Feeding: Diluted orchid fertilizer during active growth.

- Temperature: Warm to intermediate conditions.

Add the fascinating Chiloschista lunifera to your orchid collection, professionally presented on a premium terracotta orchid plate by OrchidZone.