Maxillaria splendens Oleaceae avoid direct midday sun to

avoid direct midday sun to prevent leaf scorch

Perfect for collectors seeking unusual orchids with cool growing preferences

In the Botanical Garden of Bonn in 2003 a specimen produced an inflorescence of 3

overlapping sepals and petals bearing dense dark spotting over a pale ground

Maxillaria splendens Oleaceae avoid direct midday sun toAn epiphytic species native to the cloud forests of Ecuador, producing clusters of narrow, star shaped flowers with elongated sepals and petals and a striking orange red lip. Its graceful, arching inflorescences carry multiple blooms simultaneously, making it a visually dramatic addition to any collection. Light: Bright indirect light with 5060% shade cloth; avoid direct midday sun, which can scorch the leaves. Temperature: 5977F (1525C); thrives as