Masdevallia John Tomaschke 'Deep Purple'

Masdevallia John Tomaschke 'Deep Purple' is a selected clone of this hybrid between Masdevallia Heathii (M. ignea × M. veitchiana) and Masdevallia discoidea, registered by G.Staal and J.Leathers in 2004. The discoidea influence is immediately apparent. It contributes the intense deep magenta-purple colouring that sets this hybrid apart from the warm orange tones typical of most Heathii crosses.

About this plant

'Deep Purple' is a sibling to our own 'Lou Reed' clone, selected for its depth of colour and strong flower presentation.

• Flowers: Deep magenta-purple with vivid, contrasting yellow tails. Good substance and rich, saturated colour.
• Flowering: Single flowers on erect spikes held clear of the foliage. It can carry multiple spikes at once.
• Plant: Compact Masdevallia habit, vigorous.

Growing conditions

• Temperature: Cool to intermediate, 5°C to 22°C. It needs cool nights and is not suited to warm climates. Avoid sustained warmth.
• Light: Bright filtered light. No direct midday sun.
• 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 'Deep Purple' as an established division, a piece divided from an established plant, at flowering size. Buds and flowers cannot be guaranteed at time of shipping due to seasonal and environmental factors.