Name: Myoxanthus uxorius (Luer) Luer

Synonyms: Pleurothallis uxoria Luer

Etymology: The genus name Myoxanthus refers to the mouse-like hairy flowers of some species; the Latin uxorius means “belonging to the wife” and honors Jane Luer.

First description: Described in 1979 by Carlyle A. Luer as Pleurothallis uxoria and transferred by him to the genus Myoxanthus in 1982.

Origin/distribution: Colombia and Ecuador.

Location/habitat: Epiphytic in moist montane cloud forests. Cultivate in cool to intermediate conditions at approximately 12–23 °C, in shade to partial shade, with high humidity and constant air movement.

Description and notes: A robust Pleurothallidinae with upright shoots enveloped by tubular sheaths, each bearing a single firm, dark green leaf. The yellow flowers appear singly near the base of the leaf. Keep a fine, airy medium evenly moist and avoid allowing it to dry out completely.