Restrepia chocoensis

I received this in trade as a one-leaf division. As mentioned on this forum in other posts, it is a very slow grower. It is growing in a 2.25 inch terracotta pot with sphagnum moss. Grown shady, moist, and intermediate - warm temperatures. This is the first flower on this division.

 

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As for Restrepia propagation .... yes, leaf cuttings, keikis and divisions are common and easy with most Restrepia, and most species in this genus grow very fast. However, R. chocoensis has a reputation for growing one leaf per year on a small plant, two if you are lucky. Personally, I wouldn't risk a leaf off my small plant to attempt a leaf cutting. I would be interested in hearing if anyone has successfully done so with this species.