Masdevallia coccinea 'The Queen'

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Masdevallia coccinea 'The Queen' is a selected clone of Masdevallia coccinea, one of the most widely grown and long-established species in the genus. Native to the high-altitude cloud forests of Colombia, M. coccinea is known for its large, single flowers on upright spikes and exceptional colour range across cultivars. 'The Queen' is a richly coloured purple form, selected for the depth and evenness of its colour across the full face of the flower.

What to expect

• Flowering: Single flowers on upright spikes. Can flower more than once a year under stable conditions.
• Flowers: Rich purple with even colour saturation across broad, overlapping sepals. The characteristic coccinea flower form — large, rounded, and bold — is well expressed in this clone.
• Plant: Compact clumping habit with upright, leathery foliage. A vigorous grower under suitable cool conditions.

Growing notes

• Temperature: Cool-growing. Originates from high-altitude Colombian cloud forest. Avoid sustained warmth; best suited to growers who can maintain cool conditions through summer.
• Light: Bright filtered shade. No direct midday sun.
• Water: Keep evenly moist at all times. No pseudobulbs means no water reserves — do not allow to dry out.
• Humidity & air: High humidity with constant gentle air movement. Rainwater or RO water preferred.

Shipping & condition

Supplied as an established division. Buds and flowers cannot be guaranteed at time of shipping due to seasonal and environmental factors.