Name: Phragmipedium schlimii f. andreettae

Synonyms: Phragmipedium andreettae

Etymology: The genus name Phragmipedium is derived from phragma (“division, partition”) and pedion (“shoe”). The epithet andreettae honors Padre Andreetta, a Salesian priest and orchid enthusiast.

First description: The form is based on the plant described in 2006 as Phragmipedium andreettae; the current combination was published in 2021.

Origin / Habitat: Northwestern Ecuador to Colombia, approximately 500–1000 m. It grows lithophytically on rocks by fast-flowing streams.

Description & Notes: Small lady's slipper orchid with narrow, linear leaves and successively appearing, light pink to white flowers. We keep it consistently moist, with good air movement and bright, indirect light. We cultivate it on the warmer side, at about 18–28 °C.