660 Species in Genus Masdevallia Orchids

FAQs About Masdevallia Orchids

As a plant enthusiast, I’ve spent time exploring various orchid species, and one that stands out to me is Masdevallia. These orchids are incredibly captivating due to their unique flowers and relatively specific care requirements. Over time, I’ve had a lot of questions come up about these plants, so I’ve compiled some frequently asked questions to help both newcomers and seasoned gardeners alike.

What is a Masdevallia Orchid?

Masdevallia orchids are part of the large Orchidaceae family and are known for their vibrant, unusual flowers. The blooms typically come in a variety of colors, including bright reds, oranges, purples, and yellows. Their flowers have a triangular shape that makes them easily recognizable. Originating from cloud forests in Central and South America, these orchids thrive in cool, moist environments. They’re popular among orchid collectors and enthusiasts for their eye-catching appearance and fascinating growth habits.

A Glimpse into the World of Masdevallia

1. Masdevallia abbreviata Rchb.f.
2. Masdevallia acaroi Luer & Hirtz
3. Masdevallia acauda Vierling & W.Zimm.bis
4. Masdevallia acrochordonia Rchb.f.
5. Masdevallia adamsii Luer
6. Masdevallia adrianae Luer
7. Masdevallia aenigma Luer & R.Escobar
8. Masdevallia agaster Luer
9. Masdevallia aguirrei Luer & R.Escobar
10. Masdevallia akemiana Königer & Sijm
11. Masdevallia albella Luer & Teague
12. Masdevallia alexandri Luer
13. Masdevallia alismifolia Kraenzl.
14. Masdevallia alphonsiana L.E.Matthews
15. Masdevallia × alvaroi Luer & R.Escobar
16. Masdevallia amabilis Rchb.f. & Warsz.
17. Masdevallia amaluzae Luer & Malo
18. Masdevallia amanda Rchb.f. & Warsz.
19. Masdevallia ametroglossa Luer & Hirtz
20. Masdevallia amoena Luer
21. Masdevallia amplexa Luer
22. Masdevallia ampullacea Luer & Andreetta
23. Masdevallia amsleri (Luer & Jenny) Pfahl
24. Masdevallia anceps Luer & Hirtz
25. Masdevallia andreae P.Ortiz
26. Masdevallia andreettana Luer
27. Masdevallia andresiana Luer & Maduro
28. Masdevallia anemone Luer
29. Masdevallia anfracta Königer & J.Portilla
30. Masdevallia angulata Rchb.f.
31. Masdevallia angulifera Rchb.f. ex Kraenzl.
32. Masdevallia anisomorpha Garay
33. Masdevallia anomala Luer & Sijm
34. Masdevallia antonii Königer
35. Masdevallia aphanes Königer
36. Masdevallia apoloae (Luer & Sijm) J.M.H.Shaw
37. Masdevallia apparitio Luer & R.Escobar
38. Masdevallia aptera Luer & L.O’Shaughn.
39. Masdevallia arangoi Luer & R.Escobar
40. Masdevallia ariasii Luer
41. Masdevallia arminii Linden & Rchb.f.
42. Masdevallia assurgens Luer & R.Escobar
43. Masdevallia asterotricha Königer
44. Masdevallia atahualpa Luer
45. Masdevallia attenuata Rchb.f.
46. Masdevallia audax Königer
47. Masdevallia aurea Luer
48. Masdevallia aureoportensis (Luer & J.Leathers) J.M.H.Shaw
49. Masdevallia aurorae Luer & M.W.Chase
50. Masdevallia ayabacana Luer
51. Masdevallia bangii Schltr.
52. Masdevallia barbozae (Luer) J.M.H.Shaw
53. Masdevallia barlaeana Rchb.f.
54. Masdevallia barrowii Luer
55. Masdevallia bastantei Collantes, Incah. & C.Martel
56. Masdevallia beckendorfii Dalström & Ruíz Pérez
57. Masdevallia bellissima Bogarín, Pupulin & Karremans
58. Masdevallia belua Königer & D’Aless.
59. Masdevallia bennettii Luer
60. Masdevallia berthae Luer & Andreetta
61. Masdevallia bicolor Poepp. & Endl.
62. Masdevallia bicornis Luer
63. Masdevallia biflora Regel
64. Masdevallia boliviensis Schltr.
65. Masdevallia bonplandii Rchb.f.
66. Masdevallia bottae Luer & Andreetta
67. Masdevallia bourdetteana Luer
68. Masdevallia brachyantha Schltr.
69. Masdevallia brachyura F.Lehm. & Kraenzl.
70. Masdevallia brenneri Luer
71. Masdevallia britoi E.M.Pessoa & Karremans
72. Masdevallia brockmuelleri Luer
73. Masdevallia bryophila Luer
74. Masdevallia buccinator Rchb.f. & Warsz.
75. Masdevallia bucculenta Luer
76. Masdevallia bulbophyllopsis Kraenzl.
77. Masdevallia burianii Luer & Dalström
78. Masdevallia burzlaffiana Königer
79. Masdevallia cacodes Luer & R.Escobar
80. Masdevallia caesia Roezl
81. Masdevallia calagrasalis Luer
82. Masdevallia calcarata Luer & V.N.M.Rao
83. Masdevallia calocalix Luer
84. Masdevallia calochrysos Luer & Sijm
85. Masdevallia caloptera Rchb.f.
86. Masdevallia calosiphon Luer
87. Masdevallia calura Rchb.f.
88. Masdevallia campyloglossa Rchb.f.
89. Masdevallia cardiantha Königer
90. Masdevallia carmenensis Luer & Malo
91. Masdevallia carnosa Königer
92. Masdevallia carpishica Luer & Cloes
93. Masdevallia carrilloana P.Ortiz
94. Masdevallia carruthersiana F.Lehm. ex Kraenzl.
95. Masdevallia castor Luer & Cloes
96. Masdevallia catapheres Königer
97. Masdevallia caudata Lindl.
98. Masdevallia caudivolvula Kraenzl.
99. Masdevallia cerastes Luer & R.Escobar
100. Masdevallia chaetostoma Luer
101. Masdevallia chaparensis T.Hashim.
102. Masdevallia chasei Luer
103. Masdevallia chaucana Luer & Hirtz
104. Masdevallia cheloglossa Luer & Dalström
105. Masdevallia chimboensis Kraenzl.
106. Masdevallia choccei Dalström
107. Masdevallia chontalensis Rchb.f.
108. Masdevallia christae Königer
109. Masdevallia chuspipatae Luer & Teague
110. Masdevallia cinnamomea Rchb.f.
111. Masdevallia citrinella Luer & Malo
112. Masdevallia civilis Rchb.f. & Warsz.
113. Masdevallia clandestina Luer & R.Escobar
114. Masdevallia cleistogama Luer
115. Masdevallia cloesii Luer
116. Masdevallia cocapatae Luer, Teague & R.Vásquez
117. Masdevallia coccinea Linden ex Lindl.
118. Masdevallia collantesii D.E.Benn. & Christenson
119. Masdevallia collina L.O.Williams
120. Masdevallia colossus Luer
121. Masdevallia concinna Königer
122. Masdevallia condorensis Luer & Hirtz
123. Masdevallia constricta Poepp. & Endl.
124. Masdevallia copiosa Kraenzl.
125. Masdevallia corazonica Schltr.
126. Masdevallia cordeliana Luer
127. Masdevallia corderoana F.Lehm. & Kraenzl.
128. Masdevallia coriacea Lindl.
129. Masdevallia corinnea Archila, Jiménez Rodr. & Véliz
130. Masdevallia corniculata Rchb.f.
131. Masdevallia cosmia Königer
132. Masdevallia cracens (Luer, Sijm & V.N.M.Rao) Pfahl
133. Masdevallia cranion Luer
134. Masdevallia crassicaudis Luer & J.Portilla
135. Masdevallia crescenticola F.Lehm. & Kraenzl.
136. Masdevallia cretata Luer
137. Masdevallia cucullata Lindl.
138. Masdevallia cuprea Lindl.
139. Masdevallia cupularis Rchb.f.
140. Masdevallia curtipes Barb.Rodr.
141. Masdevallia cyclotega Königer
142. Masdevallia cylix Luer & Malo
143. Masdevallia dalessandroi Luer
144. Masdevallia dalstroemii Luer
145. Masdevallia datura Luer & R.Vásquez
146. Masdevallia davisii Rchb.f.
147. Masdevallia deburghgraevei Luer & Sijm
148. Masdevallia deceptrix Luer & Würstle
149. Masdevallia decumana Königer
150. Masdevallia deformis Kraenzl.
151. Masdevallia dejonghei (Luer & Sijm) J.M.H.Shaw
152. Masdevallia delhierroi Luer & Hirtz
153. Masdevallia delphina Luer
154. Masdevallia demissa Rchb.f.
155. Masdevallia deniseana Luer & J.Portilla
156. Masdevallia descendens Luer & Andreetta
157. Masdevallia dickinsoniana Luer & Sijm
158. Masdevallia dimorphotricha Luer & Hirtz
159. Masdevallia discoidea Luer & Würstle
160. Masdevallia discolor Luer & R.Escobar
161. Masdevallia don-quijote Luer & Andreetta
162. Masdevallia dorisiae Luer
163. Masdevallia doucetteana Pfahl
164. Masdevallia draconis Luer & Andreetta
165. Masdevallia dreisei Luer
166. Masdevallia dryada Luer & R.Escobar
167. Masdevallia dubbeldamii Luer & Sijm
168. Masdevallia dudleyi Luer
169. Masdevallia dunstervillei Luer
170. Masdevallia dura Luer
171. Masdevallia dynastes Luer
172. Masdevallia eburnea Luer & Maduro
173. Masdevallia ecallosa Luer & Sijm
174. Masdevallia echo Luer
175. Masdevallia ejiriana Luer & J.Portilla
176. Masdevallia elachys Luer
177. Masdevallia elegans Luer & R.Escobar
178. Masdevallia elephanticeps Rchb.f. & Warsz.
179. Masdevallia emieliana Dalström, Deburghgr. & Ruíz Pérez
180. Masdevallia empusa Luer
181. Masdevallia encephala Luer & R.Escobar
182. Masdevallia ensata Rchb.f.
183. Masdevallia epallax Königer
184. Masdevallia ephelota Luer & Cloes
185. Masdevallia estradae Rchb.f.
186. Masdevallia eucharis Luer
187. Masdevallia eumeces Luer
188. Masdevallia eumeliae Luer
189. Masdevallia eurynogaster Luer & Andreetta
190. Masdevallia excelsior Luer & Andreetta
191. Masdevallia exilipes Schltr.
192. Masdevallia expers Luer & Andreetta
193. Masdevallia exquisita Luer & Hirtz
194. Masdevallia eyrei J.M.H.Shaw
195. Masdevallia falcago Rchb.f.
196. Masdevallia fasciata Rchb.f.
197. Masdevallia fenestralis Dalström & Ruíz Pérez
198. Masdevallia fenestrellata Dalström & Ruíz Pérez
199. Masdevallia ferrusii (Luer) Pfahl
200. Masdevallia figueroae Luer
201. Masdevallia filaria Luer & R.Escobar
202. Masdevallia flaveola Rchb.f.
203. Masdevallia floribunda Lindl.
204. Masdevallia foetens Luer & R.Escobar
205. Masdevallia fonsecae Königer
206. Masdevallia formosa Luer & Cloes
207. Masdevallia fosterae Luer
208. Masdevallia fractiflexa F.Lehm. & Kraenzl.
209. Masdevallia fragrans Woolward
210. Masdevallia frilehmannii Luer & R.Vásquez
211. Masdevallia fuchsii Luer
212. Masdevallia fulvescens Rolfe
213. Masdevallia garciae Luer
214. Masdevallia gargantua Rchb.f.
215. Masdevallia gastrodes Luer & Sijm
216. Masdevallia geminiflora P.Ortiz
217. Masdevallia gemmula (Luer & V.N.M.Rao) Pfahl
218. Masdevallia gentianoides Luer & J.Leathers
219. Masdevallia gerhardii Luer & Sijm
220. Masdevallia gilbertoi Luer & R.Escobar
221. Masdevallia glandulosa Königer
222. Masdevallia glomerosa Luer & Andreetta
223. Masdevallia gloriae Luer & Maduro
224. Masdevallia gloriosa Dalström & Ruíz Pérez
225. Masdevallia gnoma H.R.Sweet
226. Masdevallia goettfertiana Dalström & Ruíz Pérez
227. Masdevallia goliath Luer & Andreetta
228. Masdevallia graminea Luer
229. Masdevallia guayanensis Lindl.
230. Masdevallia guerrieroi Luer & Andreetta
231. Masdevallia gutierrezii Luer
232. Masdevallia guttulata Rchb.f.
233. Masdevallia harlequina Luer
234. Masdevallia hartman-filii Luer, Hirtz & V.N.M.Rao
235. Masdevallia hartmanii Luer
236. Masdevallia heideri Königer
237. Masdevallia helenae Luer
238. Masdevallia helgae Königer & J.Portilla
239. Masdevallia henniae Luer & Dalström
240. Masdevallia hercules Luer & Andreetta
241. Masdevallia herradurae F.Lehm. & Kraenzl.
242. Masdevallia heteroptera Rchb.f.
243. Masdevallia hians Linden & Rchb.f.
244. Masdevallia hieroglyphica Rchb.f.
245. Masdevallia hirtzii Luer & Andreetta
246. Masdevallia hortensis Luer & R.Escobar
247. Masdevallia hortilankesteriani Dalström & Ruíz Pérez
248. Masdevallia hubeinii Luer & Würstle
249. Masdevallia hydrae Luer
250. Masdevallia hylodes Luer & R.Escobar
251. Masdevallia hymenantha Rchb.f.
252. Masdevallia hystrix Luer & Hirtz
253. Masdevallia icterina Königer
254. Masdevallia idae Luer & M.Arias
255. Masdevallia ignea Rchb.f.
256. Masdevallia immensa Luer
257. Masdevallia impostor Luer & R.Escobar
258. Masdevallia inamoena (Luer & Sijm) Pfahl
259. Masdevallia indecora Luer & R.Escobar
260. Masdevallia infracta Lindl.
261. Masdevallia ingridiana Luer & J.Portilla
262. Masdevallia instar Luer & Andreetta
263. Masdevallia ionocharis Rchb.f.
264. Masdevallia irapana H.R.Sweet
265. Masdevallia iris Luer & R.Escobar
266. Masdevallia ishikoi Luer
267. Masdevallia isos Luer
268. Masdevallia ivanii Luer & V.N.M.Rao
269. Masdevallia jaderi S.Vieira-Uribe & Bogarín
270. Masdevallia jarae Luer
271. Masdevallia jimeneziana J.M.H.Shaw
272. Masdevallia jorge-warneri (C.M.Sm., Bogarín & Pupulin) Bogarín
273. Masdevallia josei Luer
274. Masdevallia juan-albertoi Luer & M.Arias
275. Masdevallia × kareliae Oakeley
276. Masdevallia karelii Dalström & Ruíz Pérez
277. Masdevallia karineae Nauray ex Luer
278. Masdevallia klabochorum Rchb.f.
279. Masdevallia kuhniorum Luer
280. Masdevallia kyphonantha H.R.Sweet
281. Masdevallia laevis Lindl.
282. Masdevallia lamia Luer & Hirtz
283. Masdevallia lamprotyria Königer
284. Masdevallia lankesteriana Luer
285. Masdevallia lansbergii Rchb.f.
286. Masdevallia lappifera Luer & Hirtz
287. Masdevallia lata Rchb.f.
288. Masdevallia laucheana J.Fraser
289. Masdevallia leathersii Luer
290. Masdevallia lehmannii Rchb.f.
291. Masdevallia lenae Luer & Hirtz
292. Masdevallia leonardoi Luer
293. Masdevallia leonii D.E.Benn. & Christenson
294. Masdevallia leonor-baeziana O.Perdomo, Edwin Trujillo & Karremans
295. Masdevallia leontoglossa Rchb.f.
296. Masdevallia leucantha F.Lehm. & Kraenzl.
297. Masdevallia lewisii Luer & R.Vásquez
298. Masdevallia × ligiae Luer & R.Escobar
299. Masdevallia lilacina Königer
300. Masdevallia lilianae Luer
301. Masdevallia limax Luer
302. Masdevallia lineolata Königer
303. Masdevallia lintricula Königer
304. Masdevallia listroglossa Luer & Dalström
305. Masdevallia livingstoneana Roezl ex Rchb.f.
306. Masdevallia lophina Luer & Sijm
307. Masdevallia loui Luer & Dalström
308. Masdevallia lucernula Königer
309. Masdevallia ludibunda Rchb.f.
310. Masdevallia ludibundella Luer & R.Escobar
311. Masdevallia luerorum Bogarín, Oses & C.M.Sm.
312. Masdevallia luziaemariae Luer & R.Vásquez
313. Masdevallia lychniphora Königer
314. Masdevallia lynniana Luer
315. Masdevallia macrogenia (Arango) Luer & R.Escobar
316. Masdevallia macroglossa Rchb.f.
317. Masdevallia macropus F.Lehm. & Kraenzl.
318. Masdevallia macrura Rchb.f.
319. Masdevallia maculata Klotzsch & H.Karst.
320. Masdevallia maduroi Luer
321. Masdevallia magaliana Luer & V.N.M.Rao
322. Masdevallia mallii Luer
323. Masdevallia maloi Luer
324. Masdevallia manarana Carnevali & I.Ramírez
325. Masdevallia manchinazae Luer & Andreetta
326. Masdevallia mandarina (Luer & R.Escobar) Luer
327. Masdevallia manningii Königer
328. Masdevallia manoloi Luer & M.Arias
329. Masdevallia manta Königer & Sijm
330. Masdevallia marginella Rchb.f.
331. Masdevallia mariposa A.Doucette, J.Portilla & G.Merino
332. Masdevallia marizae Luer & Rolando
333. Masdevallia marthae Luer & R.Escobar
334. Masdevallia martineae Luer
335. Masdevallia martiniana Luer
336. Masdevallia mascarata Luer & R.Vásquez
337. Masdevallia mastodon Rchb.f.
338. Masdevallia mataxa Königer & H.Mend.
339. Masdevallia maxilimax (Luer) Luer
340. Masdevallia mayaycu Luer & Andreetta
341. Masdevallia medinae Luer & J.Portilla
342. Masdevallia medusa Luer & R.Escobar
343. Masdevallia mejiana Garay
344. Masdevallia melanoglossa Luer
345. Masdevallia melanopus Rchb.f.
346. Masdevallia melanoxantha Linden & Rchb.f.
347. Masdevallia meleagris Lindl.
348. Masdevallia melina Königer & J.Meza
349. Masdevallia menatoi Luer & R.Vásquez
350. Masdevallia mendozae Luer
351. Masdevallia mentosa Luer
352. Masdevallia merinoi Luer & J.Portilla
353. Masdevallia mezae Luer
354. Masdevallia microptera Luer & Würstle
355. Masdevallia microsiphon Luer
356. Masdevallia midas Luer
357. Masdevallia milagroi Luer & Hirtz
358. Masdevallia minuta Lindl.
359. Masdevallia mirandae Gal.-Tar., Haelter. & Zuluaga
360. Masdevallia misasii Braas
361. Masdevallia molossoides Kraenzl.
362. Masdevallia molossus Rchb.f.
363. Masdevallia monicana Luer
364. Masdevallia monogona Königer
365. Masdevallia mooreana Rchb.f.
366. Masdevallia morochoi Luer & Andreetta
367. Masdevallia munae Luer & R.Barrow
368. Masdevallia murex Luer
369. Masdevallia mutica Luer & R.Escobar
370. Masdevallia × mystica Luer
371. Masdevallia naevia Luer & V.N.M.Rao
372. Masdevallia naranjapatae Luer
373. Masdevallia navicularis Garay & Dunst.
374. Masdevallia nebulina Luer
375. Masdevallia neukermansii (Luer & Sijm) Pfahl
376. Masdevallia newmaniana Luer & Teague
377. Masdevallia nicaraguae Luer
378. Masdevallia nidifica Rchb.f.
379. Masdevallia niesseniae Luer
380. Masdevallia nigricans Königer & Sijm
381. Masdevallia nijhuisiae Luer & Sijm
382. Masdevallia nikoleana Luer & J.Portilla
383. Masdevallia nitens Luer
384. Masdevallia nivea (Luer & R.Escobar) Luer & R.Escobar
385. Masdevallia norae Luer
386. Masdevallia norops Luer & Andreetta
387. Masdevallia norrisiorum Luer & Dalström
388. Masdevallia notosibirica Maek. & T.Hashim.
389. Masdevallia nunezii Luer & Dalström
390. Masdevallia obscurans (Luer) Luer
391. Masdevallia odnalorii Luer, V.N.M.Rao & M.Webb
392. Masdevallia odontocera Luer & R.Escobar
393. Masdevallia odontopetala Luer
394. Masdevallia olmosii Königer & Sijm
395. Masdevallia omorenoi Luer & R.Vásquez
396. Masdevallia ophioglossa Rchb.f.
397. Masdevallia oreas Luer & R.Vásquez
398. Masdevallia ortalis Luer
399. Masdevallia os-draconis Luer & R.Escobar
400. Masdevallia os-viperae Luer & Andreetta
401. Masdevallia oscarii Luer & R.Escobar
402. Masdevallia oscitans (Luer) Luer
403. Masdevallia ostaurina Luer
404. Masdevallia ova-avis Luer
405. Masdevallia oversteegeniana Luer & Sijm
406. Masdevallia oxapampaensis D.E.Benn. & Christenson
407. Masdevallia pachyantha Rchb.f.
408. Masdevallia pachygyne Kraenzl.
409. Masdevallia pachysepala (Rchb.f.) Luer
410. Masdevallia pachyura Rchb.f.
411. Masdevallia paivaeana Rchb.f.
412. Masdevallia palatina Vierling & W.Zimm.bis
413. Masdevallia pandurilabia C.Schweinf.
414. Masdevallia panguiensis Luer & Andreetta
415. Masdevallia pantomima Luer & Hirtz
416. Masdevallia papillosa Luer
417. Masdevallia paquishae Luer & Hirtz
418. Masdevallia pardina Rchb.f.
419. Masdevallia parsonsii Luer
420. Masdevallia parvula Schltr.
421. Masdevallia pastinata Luer
422. Masdevallia patchicutzae Luer & Hirtz
423. Masdevallia patriciana Luer
424. Masdevallia patula Luer & Malo
425. Masdevallia peristeria Rchb.f.
426. Masdevallia pernix Königer
427. Masdevallia persicina Luer
428. Masdevallia pescadoensis Luer & R.Escobar
429. Masdevallia phacopsis Luer & Dalström
430. Masdevallia phasmatodes Königer
431. Masdevallia phlogina Luer
432. Masdevallia phoebe Luer & Hirtz
433. Masdevallia phoenix Luer
434. Masdevallia picta Luer
435. Masdevallia picturata Rchb.f.
436. Masdevallia pileata Luer & Würstle
437. Masdevallia pinocchio Luer & Andreetta
438. Masdevallia planadensis Luer & R.Escobar
439. Masdevallia plantaginea (Poepp. & Endl.) Cogn.
440. Masdevallia platyglossa Rchb.f.
441. Masdevallia pleurothalloides Luer
442. Masdevallia plynophora Luer
443. Masdevallia pollux Luer & Cloes
444. Masdevallia polychroma Luer
445. Masdevallia polysticta Rchb.f.
446. Masdevallia popowiana Königer & J.G.Weinm.bis
447. Masdevallia porphyrea Luer
448. Masdevallia portillae Luer & Andreetta
449. Masdevallia posadae Luer & R.Escobar
450. Masdevallia pozoi Königer
451. Masdevallia princeps Luer
452. Masdevallia priscillana Luer & V.N.M.Rao
453. Masdevallia proboscoidea Luer & V.N.M.Rao
454. Masdevallia prodigiosa Königer
455. Masdevallia prolixa Luer
456. Masdevallia prosartema Königer
457. Masdevallia pteroglossa Schltr.
458. Masdevallia pulcherrima Luer & Andreetta
459. Masdevallia pumila Poepp. & Endl.
460. Masdevallia purocafeana Monteros & Baquero
461. Masdevallia purpurella Luer & R.Escobar
462. Masdevallia purpurina Schltr.
463. Masdevallia pyknosepala Luer & Cloes
464. Masdevallia pyxis Luer
465. Masdevallia quasimodo Luer
466. Masdevallia racemosa Lindl.
467. Masdevallia rafaeliana Luer
468. Masdevallia rana-aurea Luer
469. Masdevallia receptrix Luer & R.Vásquez
470. Masdevallia recurvata Luer & Dalström
471. Masdevallia regina Luer
472. Masdevallia reichenbachiana Endrés ex Rchb.f.
473. Masdevallia renzii Luer
474. Masdevallia repanda Luer & Hirtz
475. Masdevallia replicata Königer
476. Masdevallia revoluta Königer & J.Portilla
477. Masdevallia rex Luer & Hirtz
478. Masdevallia rhinophora Luer & R.Escobar
479. Masdevallia rhodehameliana Luer
480. Masdevallia richardsoniana Luer
481. Masdevallia ricii Luer & R.Vásquez
482. Masdevallia rigens Luer
483. Masdevallia rimarima-alba Luer
484. Masdevallia robineae Dalström & Ruíz Pérez
485. Masdevallia robusta Luer
486. Masdevallia rodolfoi (Braas) Luer
487. Masdevallia roessigeriana A.Doucette, J.Portilla & G.Merino
488. Masdevallia rojohnii (Luer) Pfahl & A.Doucette
489. Masdevallia rolandorum Luer & Sijm
490. Masdevallia rolfeana Kraenzl.
491. Masdevallia rosacea Luer & Sijm
492. Masdevallia rosea Lindl.
493. Masdevallia roseogena Dalström & Ruíz Pérez
494. Masdevallia roseola Luer
495. Masdevallia royi (Luer) Pfahl
496. Masdevallia rubeola Luer & R.Vásquez
497. Masdevallia rubiginosa Königer
498. Masdevallia rubileoixchelorum D.Gut.del Pozo, M.M.Jiménez & Vélez-Abarca
499. Masdevallia rufescens Königer
500. Masdevallia rufolutea Lindl.
501. Masdevallia rugosilabia Dalström & Ruíz Pérez
502. Masdevallia rugulosa Königer
503. Masdevallia ruizii Luer & Dalström
504. Masdevallia ruthiana (Luer & Sijm) J.M.H.Shaw
505. Masdevallia saltatrix Rchb.f.
506. Masdevallia sanchezii Luer & Andreetta
507. Masdevallia sanctae-fidei Kraenzl.
508. Masdevallia sanctae-inesae Luer & Malo
509. Masdevallia sanctae-rosae Kraenzl.
510. Masdevallia sandhageniana Dalström
511. Masdevallia sanguinea Luer & Andreetta
512. Masdevallia scalpellifera Luer
513. Masdevallia scandens Rolfe
514. Masdevallia scapha Braas
515. Masdevallia sceptrum Rchb.f.
516. Masdevallia schildhaueri Königer
517. Masdevallia schizantha Kraenzl.
518. Masdevallia schizopetala Kraenzl.
519. Masdevallia schizostigma Luer
520. Masdevallia schlimii Linden ex Lindl.
521. Masdevallia schmidt-mummii Luer & R.Escobar
522. Masdevallia schoonenii Luer
523. Masdevallia schroederae H.Boos
524. Masdevallia schroederiana H.J.Veitch
525. Masdevallia schudelii Luer
526. Masdevallia scitula Königer
527. Masdevallia scobina Luer & R.Escobar
528. Masdevallia scopaea Luer & R.Vásquez
529. Masdevallia segrex Luer & Hirtz
530. Masdevallia segurae Luer & R.Escobar
531. Masdevallia selenites Königer
532. Masdevallia sellentiniana Vierling & W.Zimm.bis
533. Masdevallia semiteres Luer & R.Escobar
534. Masdevallia × senghasiana Luer
535. Masdevallia sentinella Luer & V.N.M.Rao
536. Masdevallia serendipita Luer & Teague
537. Masdevallia sernae Luer & R.Escobar
538. Masdevallia sertula Luer & Andreetta
539. Masdevallia setacea Luer & Malo
540. Masdevallia setipes Schltr.
541. Masdevallia shiraishii Königer & M.Arias
542. Masdevallia silvanoi Luer & Dalström
543. Masdevallia singeri Luer & Sijm
544. Masdevallia siphonantha Luer
545. Masdevallia smallmaniana Luer
546. Masdevallia soennemarkii Luer & Dalström
547. Masdevallia solomonii Luer & R.Vásquez
548. Masdevallia sotoana H.Medina & Pupulin
549. Masdevallia speciosa Luer
550. Masdevallia spilantha Königer
551. Masdevallia × splendida Rchb.f.
552. Masdevallia sprucei Rchb.f.
553. Masdevallia squamulosa Vierling
554. Masdevallia staaliana Luer & Hirtz
555. Masdevallia stenorhynchos Kraenzl.
556. Masdevallia stigii Luer & L.Jost
557. Masdevallia stirpis Luer
558. Masdevallia strattoniana Luer & Hirtz
559. Masdevallia striatella Rchb.f.
560. Masdevallia strigosa Königer
561. Masdevallia strobelii H.R.Sweet & Garay
562. Masdevallia × strumella Luer
563. Masdevallia strumifera Rchb.f.
564. Masdevallia strumosa P.Ortiz & E.Calderón
565. Masdevallia stumpflei Braas
566. Masdevallia suinii Luer & Hirtz
567. Masdevallia sulphurella Königer
568. Masdevallia sumapazensis P.Ortiz
569. Masdevallia superbiens Luer & Hirtz
570. Masdevallia sururuana Campacci
571. Masdevallia synthesis Luer
572. Masdevallia tatianae Dalström & Ruíz Pérez
573. Masdevallia teaguei Luer
574. Masdevallia telloi Luer & Hirtz
575. Masdevallia tentaculata Luer
576. Masdevallia terborchii Luer
577. Masdevallia theleura Luer
578. Masdevallia thienii Dodson
579. Masdevallia tinekeae Luer & R.Vásquez
580. Masdevallia titan Luer
581. Masdevallia tokachiorum Luer
582. Masdevallia tonduzii Woolward
583. Masdevallia tonii Luer & Sijm
584. Masdevallia tonsijmii (Luer) J.M.H.Shaw
585. Masdevallia torta Rchb.f.
586. Masdevallia tovarensis Rchb.f.
587. Masdevallia trautmanniana Luer & J.Portilla
588. Masdevallia trechsliniana Königer & J.Meza
589. Masdevallia triangularis Lindl.
590. Masdevallia tricallosa Königer
591. Masdevallia tricycla Luer
592. Masdevallia tridens Rchb.f.
593. Masdevallia trifurcata Luer
594. Masdevallia trigonopetala Kraenzl.
595. Masdevallia trochilus Linden & André
596. Masdevallia truncata Luer
597. Masdevallia tsubotae Luer
598. Masdevallia tubata Schltr.
599. Masdevallia tubuliflora Ames
600. Masdevallia tubulosa Lindl.
601. Masdevallia tuerckheimii Ames
602. Masdevallia uncifera Rchb.f.
603. Masdevallia unguentum A.Doucette
604. Masdevallia uniflora Ruiz & Pav.
605. Masdevallia × urbanae Archila, Lipinska & Szlach.
606. Masdevallia urceolaris Kraenzl.
607. Masdevallia ustulata Luer
608. Masdevallia utriculata Luer
609. Masdevallia valenciae Luer & R.Escobar
610. Masdevallia vargasii C.Schweinf.
611. Masdevallia vasquezii Luer
612. Masdevallia veitchiana Rchb.f.
613. Masdevallia velella Luer
614. Masdevallia velifera Rchb.f.
615. Masdevallia velox Königer
616. Masdevallia venatoria Luer & Malo
617. Masdevallia venezuelana H.R.Sweet
618. Masdevallia ventricosa Schltr.
619. Masdevallia ventricularia Rchb.f.
620. Masdevallia venus Luer & Hirtz
621. Masdevallia venusta Schltr.
622. Masdevallia verecunda Luer
623. Masdevallia vexillifera Luer
624. Masdevallia vidua Luer & Andreetta
625. Masdevallia vieirana Luer & R.Escobar
626. Masdevallia vierlingii Königer
627. Masdevallia vilcabambensis L.Valenz. & E.Suclli
628. Masdevallia villegasii Königer
629. Masdevallia virens Luer & Andreetta
630. Masdevallia virgo-cuencae Luer & Andreetta
631. Masdevallia virgo-rosea Buitr.-Delg., N.Peláez & Gary Mey.
632. Masdevallia vittatula Luer & R.Escobar
633. Masdevallia vomeris Luer
634. Masdevallia wageneriana Linden ex Lindl.
635. Masdevallia walteri Luer
636. Masdevallia wamachukorum Dalström
637. Masdevallia weberbaueri Schltr.
638. Masdevallia welischii Luer
639. Masdevallia wendlandiana Rchb.f.
640. Masdevallia wetzelii Luer & Sijm
641. Masdevallia whiteana Luer
642. Masdevallia × wubbenii Luer
643. Masdevallia wuelfinghoffiana Luer & J.Portilla
644. Masdevallia wuellneri P.Ortiz
645. Masdevallia wuerstlei Luer
646. Masdevallia wurdackii C.Schweinf.
647. Masdevallia xanthina Rchb.f.
648. Masdevallia xanthodactyla Rchb.f.
649. Masdevallia ximenae Luer & Hirtz
650. Masdevallia xiphium Rchb.f. ex Kraenzl.
651. Masdevallia xylina Rchb.f.
652. Masdevallia yungasensis T.Hashim.
653. Masdevallia zahlbruckneri Kraenzl.
654. Masdevallia zamorensis Luer & J.Portilla
655. Masdevallia zapatae Luer & R.Escobar
656. Masdevallia zebracea Luer
657. Masdevallia zongoensis Luer & Hirtz
658. Masdevallia zumbae Luer
659. Masdevallia zumbuehlerae Luer
660. Masdevallia zygia Luer & Malo

How Long Do Masdevallia Blooms Last?

One of the first things people ask is, how long do Masdevallia blooms last? The answer largely depends on the species and how well the plant is cared for. In general, Masdevallia blooms can last anywhere from two to four weeks. With optimal conditions, such as proper humidity and temperature, they may even last longer. Unlike some orchids, which bloom only once a year, certain Masdevallia species can produce multiple blooms throughout the year, making them a rewarding plant to grow.

How to Grow Masdevallia Orchids?

Growing Masdevallia orchids requires some attention to detail, especially if you’re not in their native environment. These orchids prefer cooler temperatures, ideally between 50-70°F. They thrive in high humidity, which mimics the misty cloud forests they come from. It’s essential to keep the roots moist but not waterlogged, so well-draining potting mixes, like sphagnum moss or fine bark, are preferred. Bright, indirect light is key; too much direct sunlight can burn the delicate leaves. Regular misting can help with humidity, and watering should be frequent but not excessive. Fertilize lightly during the growing season for best results.

Where Are Masdevallia Orchids Found?

Masdevallia orchids are native to Central and South America, particularly in countries like Ecuador, Colombia, Peru, and Venezuela. These orchids are typically found in high-altitude cloud forests, where the air is cool and moist. They grow as epiphytes or terrestrially, depending on the species, and have adapted to thrive in the cooler climates of these forests. This unique origin gives them their specific care requirements, particularly their need for high humidity and cooler temperatures compared to other orchids.

Where to Buy Masdevallia Orchids?

If you’re looking to purchase a Masdevallia orchid, you can find them through specialty orchid nurseries or online retailers. I’ve found that dedicated orchid growers often carry a wider variety of species than general plant stores. Popular online platforms such as eBay, Etsy, and specialty websites like Orchids.com often have a great selection. Just be sure to buy from reputable sellers who provide healthy plants and clear care instructions.

How to Care for Masdevallia Orchids?

Caring for Masdevallia orchids takes a bit of attention, but it’s worth it. I always focus on maintaining the right temperature and humidity. You should aim for around 50% to 80% humidity, which can be achieved by misting the plant or using a humidifier. Additionally, they do best in well-ventilated areas. Masdevallia doesn’t like to dry out completely, so I keep the soil moist without waterlogging the roots. I’ve found that placing them near east-facing windows provides the right amount of indirect sunlight they need to thrive.

Can You Grow Masdevallia Orchids Indoors?

Yes, you can grow Masdevallia orchids indoors, but it’s essential to replicate their native environment as closely as possible. This means keeping them cool, providing high humidity, and ensuring they have proper light. I’ve had success placing them in well-ventilated rooms with access to bright, indirect light. A north or east-facing window works well. Additionally, using a humidity tray or regularly misting the plant helps maintain the moisture levels they need.

How to Propagate Masdevallia Orchids?

Propagating Masdevallia orchids is typically done through division. This method is the easiest and most successful, as these orchids don’t propagate well from cuttings or seeds. I wait until the plant is mature with several healthy growths, then carefully divide the root system into sections, making sure each division has at least a few leaves and a good portion of the root. After division, I plant them in fresh, well-draining orchid mix and keep the humidity high to help them adjust to the new environment.

What Common Problems Do Masdevallia Orchids Face?

Despite their beauty, Masdevallia orchids can be somewhat finicky and prone to problems. One common issue is leaf spotting, often caused by overwatering or poor air circulation. Keeping the plant in a well-ventilated space and watering only when necessary can help prevent this. Another issue is root rot, which happens when the roots stay too wet. Ensuring proper drainage and using a breathable potting mix is key. Finally, pest infestations, like spider mites or aphids, can occur, but regular inspection and keeping the plant clean can prevent most pest problems.

Is Masdevallia Orchid Toxic?

For those with pets or children, it’s important to note that Masdevallia orchids are non-toxic. This makes them a great option for indoor gardening, as you don’t have to worry about pets chewing on them or kids accidentally ingesting them. However, it’s always best to discourage any form of nibbling just to keep your plants in top condition.

Can Masdevallia Orchids Be Planted with Other Plants?

While Masdevallia orchids have specific requirements, they can be grown alongside other cool-growing orchids or humidity-loving plants such as ferns. I’ve had some success planting them in terrariums with other moisture-loving species, which helps maintain a stable humidity level. Just make sure all the plants you group together have similar care needs, especially regarding water and light.

In conclusion, Masdevallia orchids are rewarding plants for those willing to put in the effort. Their striking blooms and unique growth habits make them stand out, and with proper care, they can thrive in indoor or outdoor environments. If you’re a fan of orchids or simply looking for a new challenge in your gardening journey, Masdevallia is definitely worth considering.