Maxillaria nardoides Malvaceae tolerates moderate humidity but benefits

tolerates moderate humidity but benefits from good air movement around the foliage

moderate to high humidity promotes strong pseudobulb development and reliable blooming

Use a humidifier or group with other plants

Best grown mounted on tree fern or cork bark

Maxillaria nardoides Malvaceae tolerates moderate humidity but benefitsA charming miniature species from the cloud forests of Ecuador, forming dense mats of needle like, terete leaves with tiny flowers emerging directly from the creeping rhizome. The blooms are intricate and fleshy, with a broad, cupped lip in deep maroon purple tones and pale, reflexed tepals a fascinating specimen for the miniature orchid enthusiast. Light: Bright indirect light with 5065% shade cloth; avoid direct sun, which can desiccate the fine,