Masdevallia trautmanniana Maxillaria three-lobed lip with undulate margins

three-lobed lip with undulate margins and intricate purple veining on a white ground

Watering: Water thoroughly when the growing medium reaches near-dryness

Light: Bright indirect to filtered direct light

Watering: Water regularly to keep roots evenly moist

Masdevallia trautmanniana Maxillaria three-lobed lip with undulate marginsA rare and sought after intermediate cool species from Ecuador, Masd. trautmanniana is named in honor of Trautmann and is seldom available in cultivation. Its scarcity reflects both the difficulty of its production and the high demand it commands among serious Masdevallia collectors. Light: Grow under 5070% shade cloth; direct sun causes rapid damage to its fine foliage and must be avoided. Temperature: Intermediate Cool grower. Daytime 5768F (1420C),