Name: Trichoglottis pusilla (Teijsm. & Binn.) Rchb.f.

Synonyms: Vanda pusilla Teijsm. & Binn.; Trichoglottis cochlearis Rchb.f.

Etymology: Trichoglottis combines Greek words for “hair” and “tongue,” referring to the hairy lip; pusilla means “very small.”

Origin/Distribution: Indonesia, particularly Java and Sumatra.

Location/Habitat: A monopodial epiphyte of moist montane forests. Grow it in partial shade, under intermediate conditions at around 15–25 °C, and with high humidity. Mounting or using a very airy small pot works well; moisten the roots regularly, then allow them to dry out.

Description and notes: Trichoglottis pusilla remains compact and has firm, distichous leaves. Its flowers are striking in relation to the plant’s size, cream-colored to yellowish with purplish-brown markings; the fleshy lip bears the characteristic hairs of the genus. Avoid letting it dry out completely for extended periods.