Epidendrum hemiscleria is a sympodial epiphytic orchid native to the tropical cloud forest of Ecuador (Loja in particular) and Peru, at altitudes near 3.3 km.

1841, the peduncle emerges from the apex of the stem, and is covered by tight imbricating sheaths.

[2] The inflorescence is a compact raceme of bright orange fleshy flowers, approximately 1 cm across.

[clarification needed] According to Reichenbach, 1861, the lip is linear and without lobes, belonging to E. sect.

A photograph of Epidendrum hemiscleria may be found at The Internet Orchid Species Photo Encyclopedia.