Product Description:
 
Immerse yourself in the captivating beauty of Maxillaria tenuifolia, affectionately known as the "Coconut Orchid." Originating from the diverse landscapes of Mexico, El Salvador, Guatemala, Costa Rica, and Honduras, this flowering-size specimen is a botanical masterpiece primarily thriving at low elevations, reaching up to 1500 meters. The orchid features oblong-elliptic to oblong-obovate, compressed pseudobulbs, each crowned by a single apical, linear, attenuate leaf. The inflorescence, measuring 5cm (2 “), bears a single flower with a characteristic oxblood red hue, often adorned with a spotted lip. Notably, yellow colour forms are also known to exist, adding a delightful variation to its captivating display.
 
Charming Features:
Beyond its botanical elegance, Maxillaria tenuifolia earns its nickname as the "Coconut Orchid" due to the enchanting fragrance of its flowers, reminiscent of coconut. This orchid is a must-have in every collection, offering compact charm for smaller spaces and the potential to grow into a captivating specimen. The grass like foliage, even when not in bloom, adds allure to any space.
 
Cultivation Tips:
Cultivate this botanical treasure in a pot with a fine and medium bark mix, ensuring well-draining conditions. Whether grown on a mount or in a pot, allow the potting media to dry before commencing watering. Provide sufficient air movement, especially in humidity above 60%, and maintain moderate to bright light for optimal growth.
 
Special Care Instructions:
For optimal flowering, ensure moderate to bright light, adjusting if needed. The flowering season typically spans March-April, with blooms lasting a week to ten days or longer if kept cool. Maxillaria tenuifolia thrives in an intermediate greenhouse or paludarium, favouring night temperatures of 14-18 degrees and daytime temperatures of 23-30 degrees.
Indoor Growing:
 
Bring the captivating beauty and coconut fragrance of Maxillaria tenuifolia into your own growing space, where it flourishes with cool night temperatures, ample humidity, and proper air circulation.
 
Family – Orchidaceae
Plant Passport - A Maxillaria tenuifolia B 140084 c 9728 d GB