This attractive species displays elegant flowers with distinctive form and excellent substance, blooming reliably when provided with intermediate temperatures and consistent moisture.
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Light: Bright indirect light with 50-70% shade cloth. Protect from direct sun to prevent leaf damage.
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Temperature: Intermediate grower. Daytime 64-77Β°F (18-25Β°C), nighttime 55-64Β°F (13-18Β°C). Benefits from 10-15Β°F day-night differential.
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Humidity: 65-80% with good air circulation. Achieve with humidity trays, humidifiers, or terrarium setups.
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Watering: Keep consistently moist year-round. Water mounted plants daily, potted specimens every 2-3 days. Reduce slightly during winter.
Additional Notes
Native to Colombia at 2,000-2,800 meters elevation, named in honor of GarcΓa. Grows well mounted on tree fern or cork bark, or potted in fine bark mix with sphagnum moss.