Masdevallia ignea 'Plush'

Masdevallia ignea 'Plush' is a selected clone of the fire-red Masdevallia species native to the Eastern Cordillera of Colombia, found at elevations of 2,600 to 3,800 metres. M. ignea is one of the great Masdevallia species. It has been used as a parent in an enormous proportion of the cool-growing hybrid work done over the past century, and for good reason. The species is striking: large, unspotted flowers in pure saturated red, carried well above the foliage on tall slender spikes. 'Plush' has been selected for the purity and depth of its colour and the broad, smooth form of its laterals. This is the first time we have offered divisions of this clone.

About this plant

• Flowering: Single flowers on tall erect spikes held well clear of the foliage. Flowers in spring to summer in Australian conditions.
• Flowers: Large, unspotted scarlet-red with broad rounded lateral sepals, a clean cream-white centre and a single red tail. No spotting or striping, just saturated colour with a velvety, smooth finish that gives the clone its name.
• Plant: Compact, dark green foliage. A vigorous, well-established species for collections that can offer cool conditions.

Growing conditions

• Temperature: Cool to cold, 5°C to 18°C. A high-altitude Colombian species that needs cool nights. Avoid sustained warmth and protect from summer heat. Not suited to warm climates.
• Light: Bright filtered light. Good light levels are important for flowering.
• Water: Keep evenly moist at all times. With no pseudobulbs there are no water reserves, so do not allow it to dry out.
• Humidity & air: Humidity of 60% or higher, with constant gentle air movement. Rainwater or RO water preferred.

What you'll receive

You will receive the selected clone 'Plush' as an established flowering size division. Buds and flowers cannot be guaranteed at the time of shipping due to seasonal and environmental factors.