Name: Scaphosepalum ovulare Luer
Etymology: The genus name Scaphosepalum is derived from the Greek words skaphe (skiff/boat) and sepalum (sepal), referring to the boat-shaped fused sepals. The specific epithet ovulare comes from the Latin word ovulum (little egg / egg-shaped) and refers to the bud-like or ovoid shape of the floral structure.

First described: 1976 by Carlyle August Luer in Selbyana 3(1–2): 32.
Origin / Distribution: Ecuador. Location / Habitat: Epiphytic in moist tropical cloud forests at altitudes of approximately 1,500 to 2,000 m.
Description: Scaphosepalum ovulare is a perennial, epiphytically growing miniature orchid. The plant forms very compact, tufted shoots without pseudobulbs, each bearing a single, leathery, narrow leaf.

The inflorescences emerge from the base of the plant and produce tiny individual flowers one after another (successively). As is typical for the genus, the lateral sepals are characteristically fused and feature thickened cushion structures. The flowers of Scaphosepalum ovulare are distinguished by their particularly small, rounded, and almost egg-shaped appearance.

In cultivation, the species prefers shaded to semi-shaded conditions with temperate to cool temperatures and high humidity. The substrate should be kept consistently moist, while waterlogging should be avoided. Due to its compact growth habit, the species is excellently suited for cultivation in a display case or terrarium.