masdevallia
wendlandiana
wendlandiana
Care level
Difficult
This tiny orchid produces charming flowers that look like little orange birds in flight, complete with long tail-like sepals that can reach twice the size of the plant itself. Unlike its showier cousins, it blooms multiple times throughout the year, creating delightful bursts of color from a compact cluster of leaves no bigger than your palm.
Care & maintenance
Light
All areas of your interior that are roughly equidistant between shade and sun. These areas benefit from slight brightness throughout the day.
Temperature
Wide range (59°F - 77°F)
Fertilization frequency
Low
Once per season.
Soil
Choose a Orchid bark mix: An airy, well-draining mix designed for maximum root aeration and moisture control.
If you want to create your own substrate, you can make a mixture of the following soils:
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Pot
Standard size
Prefer a pot with a classic width/depth ratio.
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Features
Size & growth
Small
Upright
Slow growth
This plant grows slowly. It can reach up to 12 inches in height or spread.
It grows upwards without support.
Toxicity
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Reproduction & propagation
Fruits & flowers
Flowering & not self-pollinating
The masdevallia wendlandiana can produce flowers and therefore fruits.
This plant is not capable of self-pollination, it will not be able to produce fruits if it is not pollinated by another individual.