Masdevallia King of King's Royal Monarch HCC/AOC

Masdevallia King of Kings 'Royal Monarch' HCC/AOC is a selected clone of this P.L. Jackson hybrid (Masdevallia Copper Queen × M. veitchiana), registered in 2003. The cross builds on the veitchiana lineage with Copper Queen, itself a large-flowered orange hybrid, and produces large, elongated flowers in bold colour. 'Royal Monarch' received a Highly Commended Certificate from the Australian Orchid Council, recognising the quality of this clone under judging.

About this plant

• Flowering: Single flowers on erect spikes held clear of the foliage. Well-established plants can carry multiple spikes.
• Flowers: Large, elongated flowers in saturated orange tones, with a strong dorsal sepal and pronounced lateral extension. Bold and sculptural, with a scale and form that reflect the veitchiana lineage.
• Plant: Compact Masdevallia habit, vigorous when cool conditions are met.

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. There are no pseudobulbs, so do not allow it to dry out.
• Humidity & air: Humidity of 60% or higher, with constant gentle air movement. Rainwater or RO water is preferred.

What you'll receive

A flowering size division, supplied as an established plant. Buds and flowers cannot be guaranteed at the time of shipping due to seasonal and environmental factors.