Maxillaria striata f. red Geonoma contrasting lavender-lilac lateral lobes and

contrasting lavender-lilac lateral lobes and a small yellow callus at the center

layered silhouette

Successful cultivation of Maxillaria grandiflora

Regular watering supports the elegant foliage

Maxillaria striata f. red Geonoma contrasting lavender-lilac lateral lobes andA striking dark form of the Ecuadorian species, featuring elongated, arching sepals and petals dominated by deep mahogany red tones with contrasting amber yellow striations and a richly pigmented purple wine trilobed lip with a white center. Its dramatic coloration and floriferous habit set it apart as one of the most visually intense forms in cultivation. Light: Bright indirect light with 5060% shade cloth; avoid direct sun, which can bleach the deep