Masdevallia rufescens

A handsome miniature orchid from Andean cloud forests, admired for its elegantly structured blooms. The flowers are distinctly open, with three well-separated sepals each tapering into long, slender tails — one arching upward and two extending downward — in warm, softly toned hues.

• Light: Low to moderate light; 70–80% shade cloth. Avoid direct sun exposure.
• Temperature: 54–68°F (12–20°C); intermediate-cool grower. Appreciates cool nights and good temperature fluctuation between day and night.
• Humidity: 70–90%. Maintain high humidity with good air circulation to prevent fungal issues.
• Watering: Keep roots evenly moist at all times. Water more frequently in warm months, slightly less in winter.

Additional Notes

Best grown in fine bark or sphagnum moss in small net or plastic pots. Ideal for intermediate-cool or climate-controlled setups. Offered by Ecuagenera, Ecuador, as a well-established bare-root plant.