Masdevallia welischii Oncostele Its upright to gently arching

Its upright to gently arching leaves display a clear central vein and subtle secondary veins

upright pseudobulbs topped with a pair of leathery leaves

and a sculptural lip featuring a prominent black ocellate spot on the hypochile — the defining feature referenced in the species name nigripes

Best grown in open

Masdevallia welischii Oncostele Its upright to gently archingA refined cool growing species from the Ecuadorian highlands, Masd. welischii produces elegant, pendulous flowers with broad, triangular sepals and pronounced tails, carried on slender nodding stems above a compact, well structured rosette. Its distinctive floral form and reliable blooming habit make it a valued addition to any cool house Masdevallia collection. Light: Grow under 5070% shade cloth; direct sun causes rapid damage to its fine foliage