Masdevallia platyglossa Ionopsis a cool grower that thrives

a cool grower that thrives with cool nights and good air movement

anchored by a prominent ornamental green column at the center of the flower

reflexed lanceolate sepals and narrow petals

a finely fringed or contrastingly colored lip

Masdevallia platyglossa Ionopsis a cool grower that thrivesA striking epiphytic species from Andean cloud forests, producing large, fleshy, pendulous flowers with broad, rounded sepals and a smooth, highly glossy surface. The name references its notably wide lip a distinctive morphological feature visible at the center of the open bloom. Best displayed mounted on cork with live moss, where its pendulous flowering habit can be fully appreciated. Light: 7080% shade cloth; bright indirect light. Avoid direct