About
An ornamental plant, reaching 30-100cm, with attractive form. It decorative features in pink. 'Chieri' is valued in garden settings.
About the genus
Masdevallia are a genus of orchids known as kite orchids due to their triangular-shaped flowers with a tail. A compact orchid, flower stems may only grow to around 12 inches in height, producing just one flower which can range in colour and pattern from pale to neon, spotted to striped.
Plant details
Suggested usesBorders, containers
Care notes
CultivationFertile well-drained soil
PruningTidy as needed
PropagationDivision or cuttings
Pest resistanceTrouble-free
Disease resistanceMonitor pests