Masdevallia ionocharis Odontocidium requiring a basket or open-sided

requiring a basket or open-sided mount to bloom freely

but avoid any direct sun to prevent leaf burn

Temperature: Prefers warm conditions with daytime temperatures of 20-28°C (68-82°F) and nighttime temperatures not below 16°C (61°F)

The ovaries and developing capsules are densely covered in coarse papillae

Masdevallia ionocharis Odontocidium requiring a basket or open-sidedA delightful miniature with dainty, jewel like flowers carried on slender upright inflorescences that emerge successively, rewarding attentive growers with near continuous bloom when kept in cool, humid conditions. Light: Grow under 5070% shade cloth; even brief exposure to direct sun causes leaf scorch. Temperature: Cool grower. Daytime 5768F (1420C), nights 4554F (712C). A consistent day night differential is key to long term health and flowering.