Maxillaria egertoniana Kohleria prized as much for its

prized as much for its foliage as its flowers

tolerates moderate shade but develops its best form with diffuse

Solitary flowers emerge dramatically from the base on short scapes

Allow the top layer to dry slightly between waterings to prevent root rot

which can scorch the textured leaf surface and fade the foliar pattern

Maxillaria egertoniana Kohleria prized as much for itsA warm growing epiphyte native to Ecuador, producing solitary flowers of highly specialized form characteristic of the Trigonidium alliance. The large, ovate dorsal sepal is prominently veined, while the lateral sepals curl inward to form a tubular structure with two distinctive dark spots at the throat. Light: Bright indirect light with 4060% shade cloth; avoid direct sun exposure. Temperature: 6282F (1728C); a warm grower that thrives with stable