Species Orchid, Ayabaca Masdevallia

Masdevalliaayabacana

Family
Orchidaceae (or-kid-AY-see-ee)
Genus
Masdevallia (maz-de-VAL-lee-uh)
Synonym
Regalia ayabacana
Sun Exposure
Full Shade
Foliage
Evergreen
Textured
Height
6-12 in. (15-30 cm)
Hardiness
USDA Zone 11: above 4.5 °C (40 °F)
Bloom Color
Dark Purple/Black
Bloom Time
Late Fall/Early Winter
Other Details
Category
Tropicals and Tender Perennials
Epiphytes
Water Requirements
Requires consistently moist soil; do not let dry out between waterings
Foliage Color
Where to Grow
Can be grown as an annual
Bloom Characteristics
Bloom Size
Other details
Soil pH requirements
Patent Information
Propagation Methods
By dividing rhizomes, tubers, corms or bulbs (including offsets)
From seed; germinate in vitro in gelatin, agar or other medium
Seed Collecting
Allow pods to dry on plant; break open to collect seeds
Regional

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