Maxillaria meridensis Leucohyle Its compact habit and striking

Its compact habit and striking dark flowers make it an excellent terrarium subject

though the dark

but never allow the roots to dry out completely

scattered spotting

show that this species has very beautiful flowers with a dark lip

Maxillaria meridensis Leucohyle Its compact habit and strikingA charming species from the cloud forests of South America, producing solitary flowers on short scapes from the base of the pseudobulbs. The blooms are broad and well formed with rounded, overlapping tepals and a compact, cupped lip with a rich amber spotted callus. Light: Bright indirect light with 5060% shade cloth; avoid direct sun, which can scorch the upright, strap like foliage. Temperature: 5072F (1022C); an intermediate cool grower that