Masdevallia coccinea 'Gigantea'

Masdevallia coccinea ‘Gigantea’ is a named clone of a celebrated cloud-forest species, valued by collectors for its distinctive identity and elegant growth. Its upright foliage forms a refined specimen that is especially rewarding where consistently cool, humid conditions can be maintained.

Care Guide

• Light: Provide low to medium filtered light and protect the plant from direct midday sun.
• Water: Keep the root zone lightly and evenly moist, using clean water when possible. Do not allow the plant to remain dry for extended periods or sit in stagnant, waterlogged media.
• Humidity: Maintain high humidity with continuous gentle air movement to keep foliage healthy and discourage stagnation.
• Temperature: Grow in cool conditions with cooler nights. Protect the plant from prolonged heat, especially when nighttime temperatures remain high.
• Growing medium: Use a fine, airy, moisture-retentive orchid mix that drains freely. Repot before the medium breaks down or becomes compacted.

With filtered light, steady moisture, cool temperatures, high humidity, and gentle airflow, Masdevallia coccinea ‘Gigantea’ can develop into a striking specimen for a dedicated cloud-forest orchid collection.