Cleisomeria Lanatum

Cleisomeria lanatum—often called the Woolly Cleisomeria—is a charismatic epiphyte from India and Southeast Asia that rewards growers with dramatic, pendant flower clusters. Each spike carries dozens of tightly packed, starry blooms in warm shades of yellow, orange and burnished red, creating a “honeyed” bottle-brush look that stands out in any collection.

This species thrives when allowed to dangle naturally. Give it bright, filtered light, excellent airflow and regular moisture during active growth, and it will respond with multiple arching spikes that put on a stunning summer show. It’s a resilient species for warm, humid conditions and adapts beautifully to South-Indian/greenhouse culture.

Why you’ll love it

• Show-stopping pendant spikes packed with miniature golden-amber flowers

• True species—a collectible Indian native with a naturally elegant, cascading habit

• Great for mounting or baskets; grows fast with good light, water and airflow

• Conversation-starter for balconies, patios, shade houses and bright indoor spots

Plant details (what you’ll receive)

• Healthy, established plant grown in coarse media (coco chips/charcoal) or mounted, depending on batch

• Size: Young to medium plant with active roots and several leaves (nursery-grown)

• Pot/Basket: Well-drained setup suitable for hanging display

Care snapshot

• Light: Bright, filtered (east/west window, greenhouse shade, or dappled outdoor light)

• Water: Keep evenly moist in the growing season; allow the media to approach dryness between waterings in cooler months

• Humidity & Airflow: Prefers good humidity with steady air movement

• Feeding: Weak fertilizer every 7–10 days during active growth (“weakly, weekly”)

• Potting/Setup: Performs best mounted on cork/wood/fern or in a slatted basket with very open media (coco chips + charcoal). Repot only when media breaks down.

Placement ideas

• Hang where spikes can cascade freely—balcony beam, greenhouse rafter, bright verandah, or near a bright window indoors (avoid harsh midday sun).

Dispatch & quality

• Shipped as a well-established live plant in a breathable pack with care tips. We do not guarantee flowering at the time of dispatch.