A striking hybrid of Masd. Samantha Kha × Masd. Anna Chai, bearing solitary, large-flowered blooms on sturdy scapes above a compact, robust rosette. The voluminous, velvety cucullate flower is dominated by an enormous inflated dorsal sepal with a long, straight upward-projecting tail, while the broad lateral sepals sweep downward in a full, rounded skirt.
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Light: 70–80% shade cloth; avoid direct midday sun. Bright, diffused light encourages blooming without stressing the plant.
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Temperature: 55–72°F (13–22°C) — Intermediate to Cool grower. Nighttime temperature drops help sustain blooming cycles. Avoid prolonged exposure above 75°F (24°C).
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Humidity: 80–90%; always pair with strong air movement to prevent rot and fungal issues.
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Watering: Water thoroughly and frequently, never allowing the medium to fully dry out. Use soft, low-mineral water (RO or rainwater preferred).
Additional Notes
Best grown in a fine bark or sphagnum moss mix in a small plastic or net pot with excellent drainage. Ships bare root and well-established, with a healthy root system ready to settle into its new home.