Masdevallia medinae Masdevallia A distinctive Ecuadorian species that

A distinctive Ecuadorian species that produces elegant flowers with elongated sepals and striking tubular form

water mounted plants more frequently than potted ones

with curved petals and a small labellum at the center

It has been historically classified as Odontoglossum noezlianum or Cochlioda noezliana

The blooms display three sharply acuminate

Masdevallia medinae Masdevallia A distinctive Ecuadorian species thatA charming epiphyte native to the cloud forests of Ecuador, bearing solitary flowers on slender, erect scapes. The fully fused sepals form a smooth, nearly spherical globe with a small, well defined frontal opening three short, symmetrical tails diverging cleanly in opposite directions give the flower a neat, geometric elegance. Light: 7080% shade cloth; avoid direct midday sun. Bright, diffused light encourages blooming without stressing the plant.