How to Care for Masdevallia Tentaculata in Terrariums
A little bit about Masdevallia Tentaculata
Another excellent terrairum orchid, Masdevallia Tentaculata are known for their impressive yellow flower blooms. Tentaculata Orchids are well suited to a closed terrarium environment.
Family: Orchidaceae
Origin: Native from the cloud forests of Mexico, tropical regions of South America, and the Andes.
Type: Orchid
Growth Habbit: Small flowering Orchid that can grow 24 inches in height.
Suitable Terrarium: open-terrarium-plants,closed-terrarium-plants
Flower: Soft, large and yellow flower blooms relative to the size of the plant.
How to grow and care for Masdevallia Tentaculata in Terrariums
Masdevallia Tentaculata make for great terrarium plants as they thrive in humid, cold and moist conditions. You can grow Tentaculata Orchids in closed terrariums and keep them in a low light area with frequent misting to keep up the humidity. These Orchids prefer a consistent temperature, so arent well suited to windowsills or sunny positions where temperature can fluctuate or it might get too warm. These particular Orchids require a tall terrairum as they tend to develop tall flowering stems.
Ideal Lighting Conditions for Masdevallia Tentaculata:
Prefer low lighting
Ideal Temperatue Conditions for Masdevallia Tentaculata:
40° to 80° F (4° to 26° C)
Ideal Watering Conditions for Masdevallia Tentaculata:
Allow about half the soil/growing medium to dry out between watering.
Ideal Humidity Conditions for Masdevallia Tentaculata:
70-100%
Where to buy Masdevallia Tentaculata:
Local nurseries, terrarium stores, and online marketplaces are a great place to find terrarium plants and Masdevallia Tentaculata.
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