Maxillaria ochroleuca
A floriferous species from the cloud forests of Ecuador, producing multiple flowers simultaneously on upright scapes from the base of each pseudobulb. The blooms feature narrow, strongly recurved tepals and a compact, fleshy orange lip — creating a vivid, spider-like display that is highly eye-catching in full bloom.
- Light: Bright indirect light with 50–60% shade cloth; avoid direct sun, which can scorch the broad, strap-like leaves.
- Temperature: 54–75°F (12–24°C); an intermediate grower that performs well with stable temperatures and good air movement.
- Humidity: 65–80%; consistent humidity is important for healthy root development and prolific blooming.
- Watering: Water thoroughly and allow the mix to partially dry between waterings; avoid prolonged saturation at the root zone.
Additional Notes
Best grown in a well-draining bark-based mix in a medium pot. A rewarding species that blooms freely and makes a striking specimen when mature. Shipped bare root in well-established condition.
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Maxillaria ochroleuca
Maxillaria ochroleuca
A floriferous species from the cloud forests of Ecuador, producing multiple flowers simultaneously on upright scapes from the base of each pseudobulb. The blooms feature narrow, strongly recurved tepals and a compact, fleshy orange lip — creating a vivid, spider-like display that is highly eye-catching in full bloom.
- Light: Bright indirect light with 50–60% shade cloth; avoid direct sun, which can scorch the broad, strap-like leaves.
- Temperature: 54–75°F (12–24°C); an intermediate grower that performs well with stable temperatures and good air movement.
- Humidity: 65–80%; consistent humidity is important for healthy root development and prolific blooming.
- Watering: Water thoroughly and allow the mix to partially dry between waterings; avoid prolonged saturation at the root zone.
Additional Notes
Best grown in a well-draining bark-based mix in a medium pot. A rewarding species that blooms freely and makes a striking specimen when mature. Shipped bare root in well-established condition.
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Description
A floriferous species from the cloud forests of Ecuador, producing multiple flowers simultaneously on upright scapes from the base of each pseudobulb. The blooms feature narrow, strongly recurved tepals and a compact, fleshy orange lip — creating a vivid, spider-like display that is highly eye-catching in full bloom.
- Light: Bright indirect light with 50–60% shade cloth; avoid direct sun, which can scorch the broad, strap-like leaves.
- Temperature: 54–75°F (12–24°C); an intermediate grower that performs well with stable temperatures and good air movement.
- Humidity: 65–80%; consistent humidity is important for healthy root development and prolific blooming.
- Watering: Water thoroughly and allow the mix to partially dry between waterings; avoid prolonged saturation at the root zone.
Additional Notes
Best grown in a well-draining bark-based mix in a medium pot. A rewarding species that blooms freely and makes a striking specimen when mature. Shipped bare root in well-established condition.
