Masdevallia tovarensis Dracuvallia A charming miniature species

A charming miniature species

sculptural lip structure that sets it apart from most members of the genus

The flowers are arranged along a wiry

this intermediate-growing species from Ecuador carries a well-established place in Masdevallia cultivation

The blooms feature an erect dorsal sepal with a long curving filiform tail

Masdevallia tovarensis Dracuvallia A charming miniature speciesNamed after Tovar, the Venezuelan locality where it was first collected, Masd. tovarensis is one of the few warm tolerant species in the genus making it accessible to growers who cannot maintain the cool conditions required by most Masdevallias. Its pristine white flowers, produced in clusters on branching stems, have made it one of the most recognized and widely grown species in the genus. Light: Grow under 5070% shade cloth; direct sun causes rapid