Name: Lepanthes thysanota Luer & Hirtz

Etymology: The genus name Lepanthes is derived from the Greek lepis ("scale") and anthos ("flower"). The epithet thysanota refers to the fringed floral parts.

First description: The species was described in 2009 by Carlyle A. Luer and Henry Hirtz.

Origin / Habitat: Ecuador, Morona-Santiago, in moist montane forests at approximately 1500 m. It grows epiphytically and produces numerous shoots.

Description & Care: Small to miniature orchid with relatively robust shoots and a single narrow leaf. The upright to arching inflorescences bear many small flowers that appear sequentially. The flowers are approximately 7 mm in size. We grow it in bright to shaded conditions, with high humidity, good air circulation, and consistent moisture. We keep it cool, at approximately 10–20 °C.