Masdevallia princeps Polystachya and ready to mount or

and ready to mount or pot in fine bark or sphagnum moss

It is found at altitudes of 1800 to 2500 meters on mountain slopes

Humidity: High humidity 70-85%

thread-like sepaline tails that can extend several times the length of the flower body

Daytime 59-72°F (15-22°C)

Masdevallia princeps Polystachya and ready to mount orA dramatic cloud forest species, producing solitary pendulous flowers on tall, upright scapes well above the compact foliage. The fused sepals form a deep, urn shaped bloom with a strikingly elongated dorsal tail an architectural and highly distinctive flower that makes it one of the most sought after species in the genus. Light: Low to moderate light; 6070% shade cloth. Avoid direct sun, which causes stress and leaf damage. Temperature: Cool grower.