Masdevallia maloi

A graceful epiphyte native to the cloud forests of Ecuador, bearing solitary flowers on slender scapes among long, arching, lanceolate leaves. The fully open, star-shaped flower features three completely separate sepals — a narrow, upward-projecting dorsal and two broad, wing-like laterals — framing a small, intensely dark, ornamental lip at the center.

• Light: 70–80% shade cloth; avoid direct midday sun. Bright, diffused light encourages blooming without stressing the plant.
• 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).
• Humidity: 80–90%; always pair with strong air movement to prevent rot and fungal issues.
• 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.