Masdevallia Bright Spice – Australian Grown Spotted

Discover the captivating beauty of Masdevallia Bright Spice, a delightful and vibrant hybrid registered with the Royal Horticultural Society. This exquisite orchid produces charming triangular blooms that feature a base of bright yellow to pale pink, intensely speckled with rich magenta-purple spots. The dramatic long tails of the flower add an extra layer of intrigue, making it a standout addition to any cool-growing orchid collection. Its compact growth habit ensures it's suitable for various growing environments.

Care Requirements

• Light: Medium to bright filtered light. Avoid direct sunlight, which can burn leaves.
• Temperature: Cool to intermediate; Ideal range is 10°C to 24°C. Needs cool nights.
• Watering: Keep consistently moist; do not allow to dry out completely. Use pure water if possible.
• Humidity: 70-80% minimum; use pebble trays or a humidifier. Good air circulation is crucial.
• Potting: Fine bark mix or sphagnum moss. Repot annually or biennially, retaining moisture.
• Fertilizing: Fertilize lightly, 1/4 strength, every second watering during active growth.

Genetic History & Provenance

• Parentage: Masdevallia John Leathers x Masdevallia triangularis.
• Hybridizer: D.F. Butler (2000).
• Registration: Registered with the Royal Horticultural Society (19/04/2000).
• Awards: Not applicable (as a hybrid, individual clones may receive awards).
• Note: This plant is an authentic, Australian-grown division or seedling of a high-quality clone.

Flowering and Maturity Profile

• Season: Can bloom multiple times a year, often in late winter to spring and autumn.
• Bloom Size: Approximately 3-5 cm across, with long tails extending.
• Coloration: Base color of yellow to pale pink, densely covered with magenta-purple speckles. Sepal tails are typically deep red or burgundy.
• Fragrance: Not fragrant.
• Growth Habit: Compact, terrestrial or epiphytic, forming dense clumps.

Why Buy This Plant?

• An RHS-registered hybrid, ensuring pedigree and reliable flowering characteristics.
• Features a unique and captivating color pattern with dramatic long sepaline tails, making it a visual delight.
• A robust and relatively easy-to-grow Masdevallia, perfect for expanding a cool-growing orchid collection.