Masdevallia mentosa Cryptanthus A reed-stem orchid native to

A reed-stem orchid native to the cloud forests of Ecuador

Features tiny pseudobulbs with small

which scorches the thin

strap-like leaves that can cascade for several feet

producing successive small flowers on slender

Masdevallia mentosa Cryptanthus A reed-stem orchid native toA distinctive epiphyte native to the cloud forests of Ecuador, bearing solitary flowers on slender, erect scapes. The broad, flat lateral sepals spread wide into an open triangular form, while the small dorsal sepal curves forward as a hood over the prominent, ovate lip the entire surface covered in a dense, papillose texture with fine dark spotting. Light: 7080% shade cloth; avoid direct midday sun. Bright, diffused light encourages blooming without