Masdevallia princeps Polystachya Humidity: High humidity 70-85%

Humidity: High humidity 70-85%

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

The petals and sepals are elongated and have intricate patterns

as too much direct exposure can scorch its leaves

intermediate to warm-growing epiphyte native to the Comoro Islands

Masdevallia princeps Polystachya Humidity: High humidity 70-85%A 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.