Maxillaria porphyrostele (Orchid). An epiphytic orchid with ovoid pseudobulbs and lance-shaped leaves to 20cm. Bears pale yellow with purple striped throats on scapes from winter to spring. From Brazil. Frost tender.
Evergreen, Fragrant
Brazil
Grown for their beautiful and unusual flowers.
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All the species will vary in climate requirements. You will need to pot them in standard orchid compost and keep it moist all year, You can propagate by dividing clumps.
Older leafless pseudobulbs which can be removed for replanting, or from new growth which may appear from the bottom of the plant.
Prone to red spider mites, aphids and mealy bugs.
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