Masdevallia jorgeportillana

This is a medium-sized species that grows in trees or on the ground in high-altitude cloud forests in Ecuador. This species is named after Jorge Portilla, United States sales representative.

• Light: This orchid requires low to moderate, indirect light due to its natural habitat in dense cloud forests. It must be protected from direct, harsh sunlight.
• Temperature: This is a cool-to-cold growing species from very high elevation. Temperatures should be kept consistently cool, likely in the 50-70°F (10-21°C) range.
• Humidity: High humidity is critical, likely in the 70-90% range, and coupled with excellent air movement to prevent disease.
• Watering: The plant should be kept consistently moist and never allowed to dry out, as it lacks water-storing pseudobulbs. Use pure water (rainwater or distilled) to prevent mineral buildup.

Additional Notes

This species features single, fleshy flowers with a diameter of up to 3.2 cm, including the tails.