Pleurothallis jostii Aciopea Successful cultivation of Maxillaria dillonii

Successful cultivation of Maxillaria dillonii

The ovate sepals and petals bear bold

Best grown in a fine bark or sphagnum moss mix in a small plastic or net pot that allows excellent drainage and airflow around the roots

Each flower lasts only one day and requires hand-pollination to produce the renowned vanilla bean pods

Pleurothallis jostii Aciopea Successful cultivation of Maxillaria dilloniiA captivating epiphyllous miniature from the Andean cloud forests, bearing flowers directly from the surface of a cordate leaf. The large, ovate, hooded dorsal sepal arches over freely spreading lanceolate lateral sepals, while linear acute petals and a trilobed lip with dramatically fringed, laciniate lateral lobes add a layer of intricate texture to an already striking floral composition. Light: Bright indirect light with 5065% shade cloth; avoid