Genus guide
Restrepia — 11 species
Part of the Orchids family (Orchidaceae)
All Restrepia species we cover
- Blood-red Restrepia
- Fly-catching Restrepia
- Hairy-tongued Restrepia
- Lansberg's Restrepia
- Pink Panther Restrepia
- Restrepia antennifera
- Restrepia elegans
- Restrepia guttulata
- Sekete's Restrepia
- Short-stemmed Restrepia
- Twisted Restrepia
Restrepia — frequently asked questions
Are Restrepia plants toxic to cats and dogs?
Most Restrepia are pet-safe. Of the 11 Restrepia species we cover, 11 are non-toxic on the ASPCA list and 0 carry a toxic or mildly-toxic rating. Even so, confirm the individual species before trusting it around pets.
How much light do Restrepia plants need?
Most Restrepia do best in medium indirect light. If yours stretches toward the window or loses its variegation it wants more light; scorched or bleached leaves mean it is getting too much direct sun.
Are Restrepia easy to care for?
Many Restrepia are beginner-friendly — they tolerate lower light and forgiving watering. Water to how fast the pot actually dries rather than a fixed calendar and most will thrive.
How many Restrepia varieties are there?
Growli's care library covers 11 Restrepia species and varieties — browse them all above. They share a similar light, water and soil pattern, so once you learn one Restrepia, the rest follow closely.
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