Name: Lepanthes myiophora Luer

Etymology: The genus name Lepanthes is derived from the Greek lepis ("scale") and anthos ("flower"). The epithet myiophora means "fly-bearing" in a figurative sense.

First description: The species was described in 1987 by Carlyle A. Luer.

Origin / Habitat: Costa Rica and Panama, in premontane rainforests to cloud forests and disturbed primary forests at elevations of approximately 1000–1750 m. It grows epiphytically.

Description & Care: Miniature orchid with a single upright, leathery leaf and very short inflorescences that produce several small flowers sequentially. The flowers are approximately 1 cm in size. We grow it in bright to shaded conditions, with high humidity, good air circulation, and consistent moisture. We keep it at approximately 13–22 °C.