Masdevallia trochilus Maxillacaste Watering: Keep evenly moist throughout

Watering: Keep evenly moist throughout the year

This exceptional slipper orchid hybrid is a cross between Phragmipedium kovachii and Phragmipedium longifolium

Each bloom features elongated

A terrestrial jewel orchid from the cloud forests of South America

Temperature: Aim for warm temperatures between 20-28°C (68-82°F) during the day and slightly cooler nights around 15-20°C (59-68°F)

Masdevallia trochilus Maxillacaste Watering: Keep evenly moist throughoutNamed after the hummingbird trochilus in Greek this intermediate growing species from Ecuador is adapted for hummingbird pollination, with flowers whose form and coloration are tuned to attract these fast moving visitors in the wild. Light: Grow under 5070% shade cloth; direct sun causes rapid damage to its fine foliage and must be avoided. Temperature: Intermediate grower. Daytime 5972F (1522C), nights 4857F (914C). A consistent day night