Veitch's Masdevallia

Grow in epiphytic orchid compost with added grit or bark and from late spring to summer, in partial shade with good ventilation. Water freely adding orchid fertiliser every third watering and provide high humidity by misting twice daily; reduce watering in the autumn and winter. See indoor orchid cultivation

None required

Propagate by division when the plant over-fills the pot

May be affected by aphids, glasshouse red spider mite and mealybugs

Generally disease free