Masdevallia civilis Aroids rewarding gardeners and orchid enthusiasts

rewarding gardeners and orchid enthusiasts with its grandeur and the splendid display of its captivating flowers and delightful fragrance

This variety comes from high-altitude cloud forests and is particularly sensitive to heat stress and the mineral salts in tap water

ideally between 68-86°F (20-30°C)

but is intolerant of waterlogging

mist the leaves regularly

Masdevallia civilis Aroids rewarding gardeners and orchid enthusiastsThis distinctive species produces elegant flowers with fused sepals forming a tubular structure and gracefully elongated sepaline tails that create a refined appearance. Light: Bright shade to filtered light, avoiding direct sun which can burn the foliage; east facing windows or 50 70% shade cloth recommended Temperature: Cool grower 50 68F (10 20C) days, 45 55F (7 13C) nights; benefits from consistent cool conditions year round with good day night