Maxillaria grandimentum Marantaceae shell-shaped lip with a prominent

shell-shaped lip with a prominent yellow callus at its center

tidy growth habit

This small orchid has compact leaves and pseudobulbs that look great mounted or potted

Provide filtered light conditions to protect delicate pseudobulbs

Humidity: High humidity is beneficial

Maxillaria grandimentum Marantaceae shell-shaped lip with a prominentA robust epiphyte from the Andean cloud forests of South America, forming dense clusters of broad, fleshy lanceolate leaves. Solitary flowers emerge dramatically from the base on short scapes, featuring elongated, strongly recurved sepals, shorter petals, and a large, prominent dark lip that commands immediate attention. Light: Bright indirect light with 5070% shade cloth; avoid direct sun, which can scorch the broad foliage. Temperature: 5572F