Description
Masdevallia expers (also called 'Expers Masdevallia', among many other common names) is a small to medium sized epiphytic orchid with a single, erect, leafy stem. It is native to Colombia, Ecuador, Peru, and Venezuela, and is found growing in humid montane forests at elevations of 1000-2000 meters. It prefers bright, indirect light and high humidity.
Uses & Benefits
Masdevallia expers is an ornamental plant, often used in gardens and as a houseplant. It is also used in floral arrangements and bouquets. The flowers are known to attract hummingbirds and butterflies.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Masdevallia expers is a small, tubular bloom with a yellow-orange color. It has a long, thin stem and a single petal. The seed is a small, black, round seed. The seedling is a small, green plant with a single stem and two small leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Masdevallia expers is a terrestrial orchid native to Colombia. It can be grown in a pot or in the ground in a well-draining medium. It prefers bright, indirect light and should be watered regularly. Propagation is done by division of the clump or by seed.
Where to Find Masdevallia expers
Masdevallia expers is native to the tropical rainforests of Colombia, Ecuador, Peru, and Bolivia.