Name: Lepanthes saltatrix Luer & Hirtz 
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Etymology: saltatrix = female dancer — refers to the graceful, almost floating appearance of the flower, which is reminiscent of a dancing figure. 
First description: 1996 by Carlyle August Luer and Alexander Hirtz in “Monographs in Systematic Botany from the Missouri Botanical Garden”.
Origin / Distribution: Ecuador (Pastaza Province).
Location / Habitat: Epiphytic in very humid, cool cloud forests at elevations around 1000 m. It prefers to grow on thin, moss-covered branches in shady areas with extremely high humidity.
Description & Notes: Lepanthes saltatrix is a delicate miniature orchid with upright ramicauls, which are enveloped by closely appressed, lepanthiform sheaths. The leaves are ovate, tapering to a pointed tip and often tinged slightly purple. The inflorescences are threadlike and bear several vividly colored flowers in succession. The sepals are usually translucent yellowish or reddish, while the complexly shaped petals and lip are often bright red or orange.

In cultivation, this species requires a stable, cool to intermediate climate. As it has no storage organs, it is sensitive to any form of drying out. The growing medium (preferably live Sphagnum moss or mounted on moisture-retentive material) must remain moist at all times. High humidity above 80% and the use of lime-free water (rainwater or reverse-osmosis water) are essential for successfully growing this specialized species.