Maxillaria virguncula Columnea using a pebble tray

using a pebble tray

a warm grower that thrives in stable warm to hot conditions year-round

ornamental species with exceptional garden presence

Water thoroughly when the potting mix begins to dry out

Maxillaria virguncula Columnea using a pebble trayAn epiphytic species native to the cloud forests of Ecuador, bearing solitary flowers on slender, erect peduncles with a hooded dorsal sepal curving forward, elongated and acutely pointed lateral sepals projecting outward and downward, short forward curving lateral petals, and a small lip nestled within. Its highly asymmetric, almost avian floral architecture gives it a uniquely expressive character among cool growing orchids. Light: Bright indirect