Scaphosepalum
''Scaphosepalum'' (from Greek "boatlike sepals") is a genus of plants belonging to the family Orchidaceae. The species in this genus are mostly found in Central and South America, with one species extending into southern Mexico. In accordance with their genus name, many species in this genus produce unusual and distinctive flowers; some possessing cushion-like characteristics reminiscent of an African buffalo's horns, others possessing characteristics of snake fangs. Species in this genus are epiphytic An epiphyte is an organism that grows on the surface of a plant and derives its moisture and nutrients from the air, rain, water (in marine environments) or from debris accumulating around it. The plants on which epiphytes grow are called phoroph ... in their growth habit and according to the Royal Horticultural Society ''Sppm.'' is the genus' official abbreviation. Species *'' Scaphosepalum anchoriferum'' (Rchb. f.) Rolfe 1890 (Costa Rica; Panama) *'' Scaphosepalum ...
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