Masdevallia veitchiana 'Sol' x Tuakau Candy

Masdevallia veitchiana 'Sol' x Tuakau Candy is an unregistered cross pairing a selected clone of the species M. veitchiana (arguably the most influential species in cool-growing Masdevallia breeding) with Tuakau Candy, a primary hybrid of M. calocodon × M. triangularis registered by L & R in 1994. The cross brings together veitchiana's scale and colour with the refined, warm-toned form contributed by the Tuakau Candy line.

About this plant

• Flowering: A single flower on an erect spike held clear of the foliage.
• Flowers: Orange, with bold veitchiana-influenced colour and form. As an unregistered, unreplicated cross, some individual variation is to be expected.
• Plant: Compact Masdevallia habit, vigorous when cool conditions are met.

Growing conditions

• Temperature: 5°C to 20°C, cool to intermediate. Cool nights are required, and sustained warmth should be avoided. Not suited to warm climates.
• 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 and 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: a piece divided from an established plant. Buds and flowers cannot be guaranteed at the time of shipping due to seasonal and environmental factors.