Masdevallia virgo-cuencae Mapinguari A reed-stem epiphyte from the

A reed-stem epiphyte from the cloud forests of Central America

uniflora × Masd

or as an elegant trailing plant

and high humidity requirements make it an ideal candidate for a well-ventilated terrarium setup

Dark green leaves suggest insufficient light

Masdevallia virgo-cuencae Mapinguari A reed-stem epiphyte from theA species with a remarkable story of discovery: first found by Father ngel Andreetta and cultivated in Paute alongside other Masdevallias from the surroundings of Cuenca, it was named virgo cuencae the Latin rendering of chola cuencana, in honor of the women of Cuenca. In 1992, Jos Portilla rediscovered it during a scientific expedition in the province of Morona Santiago, at 850 meters, confirming its place in Ecuador's orchid flora. Light: Grow under