Name: Aerangis pumilio (Schltr.) Schltr.
Synonyms: Aerangis hyaloides Schltr.; Angraecum pumilio Schltr.
Etymology: pumilio = dwarf-like — refers to the very compact size of this species.

First described: 1914 by Rudolf Schlechter (originally described as Angraecum pumilio, later transferred to the genus Aerangis).
Origin / Distribution: Madagascar.
Location / Habitat:
Epiphytic, growing in moist, evergreen forests, usually in shaded to partially shaded areas with high humidity and good air circulation. The species inhabits mainly warm to temperate altitudes.
Description & Notes:
Aerangis pumilio is a true miniature orchid with densely arranged, fleshy leaves and a very compact growth habit. The white flowers, strikingly large for the size of the plant, appear on short, slightly drooping inflorescences and possess a slender, distinctly pronounced spur. In the evening hours, they often emit a pleasant, sweet fragrance.

Due to its small size, the species is ideally suited for mounting on bark or for very airy, small pots. High humidity, good air movement, and consistent moisture without waterlogging are crucial for healthy growth and regular flowering.

Cultivation: Intermediate temperatures of around 15–25 °C, bright to partially shaded conditions, with high humidity and good air movement. Keep evenly moist, either mounted or in a small, airy pot.