Masdevallia superbiens Intermediate-warm Excellent air movement is crucial

Excellent air movement is crucial to prevent fungal problems in the humid environment this species requires

An exceptional historical primary hybrid pairing C

upright sympodial growth habit

the epithet ignea is Latin for "fiery

Masdevallia superbiens Intermediate-warm Excellent air movement is crucialThe name says it all superbiens, meaning "superb" or "magnificent" and this cool growing species from Ecuador lives up to it. One of the larger and more imposing members of the genus, it produces flowers of exceptional presence. Light: Grow under 5070% shade cloth; direct sun causes rapid damage to its fine foliage and must be avoided. Temperature: Cool grower. Daytime 5565F (1318C), nights 4554F (712C). Consistent cool temperatures are essential;