Masdevallia curtipes 3in (bloom size)

Budding season! (6/28/24)

A miniature species of Masdevallia found in SE Brazil. Cool-warm grower that prefers humid conditions and shade. Cute red and yellow blooms with long tails that will emerge all at once. Can bloom variably throughout the year. Does not care whether it is potted or mounted as long as it is given the right amount of water. Beginner Masd.

Plant pictured is representative of the one you will receive but is not the exact plant. Blooming size plant but unless stated, it will not arrive in bloom or bud. Nice full plants. 

CARE INFO:

Potting mix: Long fiber sphagnum or fine bark mix, potted or mounted.

Light: Medium - shade. If given ample water and humidity, some dappled direct light is tolerated but it generally prefers shady conditions.

Water: Water frequently in hot months before the media fully dries. Do not allow to dry out completely. Decrease in cold months and keep an eye out for rot. Water every day or every other day if mounted. 

Temp: Cool-warm (45F min, 85F max). Tolerant of extremes but prefers intermediate temps.

Humidity: 60-80%, prefers high humidity. Ensure good air circulation. For terrarium growing, open and allow the vessel to "breathe" once a week or install a fan (for larger terrarium builds).

Fertilizing: 1/4 strength urea-free fertilizer, every other watering as new roots and leaves emerge. Decrease to monthly or less in winter. Run clean tap water through the growing media once monthly to prevent salt buildup. Consistency in feeding is key.

Photo credit: Eric Hunt