Gongora histrionica Houlletia Watering: Keep consistently moist year-round

Watering: Keep consistently moist year-round using pure water (rainwater or RO preferred)

A species from the tropical forests of northern South America

typical of the Masdevallia genus

45-55°F (7-13°C) nights

Gongora histrionica Houlletia Watering: Keep consistently moist year-roundA species from the tropical forests of northern South America, producing pendulous racemes of intricate, waxy flowers with a distinctive clawed lip and spreading lateral sepals. The pseudobulbs are ribbed and ovoid, bearing broad, pleated leaves with prominent venation. Light: Bright indirect light with 5060% shade cloth; avoid direct midday sun, which can scorch the pleated leaves. Temperature: 5977F (1525C); intermediate warm grower with good