Masdevallia newmaniana Alstroemeriaceae colorful inflorescence with vivid bracts

colorful inflorescence with vivid bracts when mature

protecting from direct sun exposure

It can be grown mounted on cork bark

Successful cultivation of the enchanting Aerangis ellisii

branched inflorescences with numerous small

Masdevallia newmaniana Alstroemeriaceae colorful inflorescence with vivid bractsA compact epiphyte from the Andean cloud forests, producing solitary flowers with a globose, ribbed sepaline tube and dramatically elongated, arching sepal tails. Flowers emerge on slender, upright scapes above a tight clump of narrow, erect leaves. Light: 7080% shade cloth; avoid direct midday sun. Bright, diffused light encourages blooming without stressing the plant. Temperature: 5572F (1322C) Intermediate to Cool grower. Nighttime drops are