Masdevallia superbiens Cyrtocidium and a wide trilobed lip

and a wide trilobed lip with a vivid golden-orange throat and a large

Its prominent parallel veins create a striking ribbed pattern

Temperature: 50–65°F (10–18°C) — Cool grower

The flowers emerge from the leaf axil and feature a broad

Masdevallia superbiens Cyrtocidium and a wide trilobed lipThe name says it all superbiens, meaning "superb" or "magnificent" and this cool growing species from Ecuador lives up to it. One of the larger and more imposing members of the genus, it produces flowers of exceptional presence. Light: Grow under 5070% shade cloth; direct sun causes rapid damage to its fine foliage and must be avoided. Temperature: Cool grower. Daytime 5565F (1318C), nights 4554F (712C). Consistent cool temperatures are essential;