: Depending on the species, they may grow as terrestrials in sandy loam, lithophytes on rocky outcrops, or occasionally as epiphytes on floating logs or stumps in swamps. Cultivation and Care
: Recent molecular analysis has expanded the genus to include species that are fully myco-heterotrophic (leafless and relying on fungi for nutrients) as well as traditional photosynthetic types. Distribution and Habitat bletia
The center of diversity for Bletia is Mexico, but they are widespread across tropical and subtropical America. : Depending on the species, they may grow
: Bletia purpurea (Pine Pink) is a notable species found in South Florida’s pine rocklands and cypress swamps. : Depending on the species
: They belong to the tribe Epidendreae and subtribe Bletiinae .