Maxillaria scalariformis Tropical Plant To encourage large leaves and

To encourage large leaves and maturity

Keep soil consistently moist but never waterlogged to prevent root rot

The blooms are intricate and well-structured

with daytime temperatures between 18-24°C (65-75°F) and slightly cooler nights around 15-20°C (59-68°F) to encourage blooming

Maxillaria scalariformis Tropical Plant To encourage large leaves andA bold and architecturally striking species from the cloud forests of Ecuador, forming tall, upright cane like stems with distichous leaves arranged in a ladder like pattern along the stem. Clusters of star shaped flowers emerge at multiple nodes simultaneously in a staggered, scaliform arrangement an entirely atypical growth and blooming habit for the genus that makes this species a true conversation piece. Light: Bright indirect light with 4060%