Masdevallia trautmanniana Maxillaria It is a vigorous and

It is a vigorous and rewarding grower that blooms reliably under intermediate-warm or warm conditions

Watering: Water thoroughly when the growing medium reaches near-dryness

a specialized adaptation for pollination by small insects

recurved sepals in deep orange-amber tones

Masdevallia trautmanniana Maxillaria It is a vigorous andA rare and sought after intermediate cool species from Ecuador, Masd. trautmanniana is named in honor of Trautmann and is seldom available in cultivation. Its scarcity reflects both the difficulty of its production and the high demand it commands among serious Masdevallia collectors. Light: Grow under 5070% shade cloth; direct sun causes rapid damage to its fine foliage and must be avoided. Temperature: Intermediate Cool grower. Daytime 5768F (1420C),