This species is saprophytic. Saprophytes usually grow in mulch and typically on the forest floor. |
This species is terrestrial. They tend to anchor themselves in soil or in some cases sand. |
This species is epiphytic. Epiphytes are the most common types of orchids. They are air plants and can grow on trees. |
This species is lithophytic. Lithophytes are also called rock growers. They grow by clinging onto the surface of rocks. |
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