{"product_id":"masdevallia-colossus-green-dragon","title":"Masdevallia colossus 'Green Dragon'","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cem\u003eMasdevallia colossus\u003c\/em\u003e 'Green Dragon'\u003c\/strong\u003e is a selected clone of this cold-growing species from the cloud forests of Peru and Ecuador, where it grows as an epiphyte at 2,000–2,500 m. The species name is apt — \u003cem\u003eM. colossus\u003c\/em\u003e produces a flower whose tails extend well beyond the sepal body, giving it an outsized presence relative to the compact plant that bears it. \u003cstrong\u003e'Green Dragon'\u003c\/strong\u003e was selected for the distinctly yellow-green colouration of the dorsal sepal, which contrasts against the spotted lateral sepals and gives this clone its character. This is a division of that selected clone.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat to expect\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFlowering:\u003c\/strong\u003e Fall and winter. Slender single-flowered spikes arise from low on the plant and carry the flower above or at foliage level, presenting it face-forward. Flowers reliably when temperatures are kept cool.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFlowers:\u003c\/strong\u003e Yellow-green to golden-yellow dorsal sepal forming a distinct elongated hood with a long upward-extending tail. Lateral sepals yellow-tan with dense magenta-red spotting, tapering to long pendant yellow tails. Pink-magenta labellum. The sepal body is approximately 4 cm across, but the tails — extending well beyond — give the flower a dramatic overall presence. Note: \u003cem\u003eM. colossus\u003c\/em\u003e is recorded as malodorous; worth knowing before display at close range.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePlant:\u003c\/strong\u003e Small, compact, upright growth. Stout ramicauls bearing a single elliptical leaf per growth. Well suited to a standard pot — no basket culture required.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eGrowing notes\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTemperature:\u003c\/strong\u003e Cool to cold. \u003cem\u003eM. colossus\u003c\/em\u003e originates from cloud forest in Peru and Ecuador at 2,000–2,500 m. Avoid sustained warmth.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLight:\u003c\/strong\u003e Bright filtered shade. No direct midday sun.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWater:\u003c\/strong\u003e Keep evenly moist at all times. No pseudobulbs means no water reserves — do not allow to dry out.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHumidity \u0026amp; air:\u003c\/strong\u003e High humidity with constant gentle air movement. Rainwater or RO water preferred.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eShipping \u0026amp; condition\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYou will receive the selected clone \u003cstrong\u003e'Green Dragon'\u003c\/strong\u003e as an established division. Buds and flowers cannot be guaranteed at time of shipping due to seasonal and environmental factors.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Warren Brookes","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":49706308993264,"sku":"MAS-182","price":65.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0688\/9013\/2720\/files\/colossus_GreenDragon_2.jpg?v=1778370200","url":"https:\/\/belgraveorchids.com.au\/products\/masdevallia-colossus-green-dragon","provider":"Belgrave Orchids","version":"1.0","type":"link"}