Maxiluloa Denise Barrow
Maxiluloa Denise Barrow is a rare and exquisite cool-growing orchid primary hybrid, the result of crossing Anguloa clowesii × Maxillaria striata. This intergeneric hybrid — registered under the genus name Maxiluloa — combines the bold, tulip-shaped floral form and rich fragrance of Anguloa clowesii (the celebrated "Tulip Orchid" of Colombia and Ecuador) with the intricate patterning and elegant proportions of Maxillaria striata. The result is a truly distinctive hybrid that sits at the intersection of two extraordinary orchid lineages, offering collectors something genuinely unique.
Features
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Flowers: Distinctive blooms combining the tulip-like form of Anguloa with the refined patterning of Maxillaria — a rare and beautiful intergeneric combination
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Fragrance: Inherits the notable fragrance characteristic of Anguloa clowesii
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Parentage: Ang. clowesii × Max. striata — a primary intergeneric hybrid
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Growth habit: Pseudobulbous, medium to large-sized orchid with broad, pleated leaves typical of the Anguloa alliance
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Climate: Cool growing — ideal for growers in cooler climates or with temperature-controlled environments
Care Guide
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Light: Bright indirect light; some morning sun is beneficial and encourages flowering
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Temperature: Cool growing, between 10°C and 22°C (50°F – 72°F); appreciates a distinct temperature drop at night to initiate blooming
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Watering: Water thoroughly during active growth; reduce significantly in winter when pseudobulbs are maturing
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Humidity: Moderate to high, 55–75%; good air circulation is essential
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Medium: Coarse, well-draining orchid mix or bark; repot every 2–3 years after flowering
Maxiluloa Denise Barrow is the kind of hybrid that reminds you why intergeneric orchid breeding is such an art form. Two extraordinary genera, one remarkable result — fragrant, elegant, and genuinely rare. A collector’s hybrid from Ecuagenera that honors the best of both its parent species.
