Maxillaria synsepala
Maxillaria synsepala is an evergreen ornamental perennial for USDA zones 10-11. It requires part shade and medium watering, growing to a height of 0.2-0.4 meters. This orchid blooms in yellow, green, and white from January to April and again in November and December. It prefers peaty or loamy soil, attracts pollinators, and is neither fragrant nor toxic.
Light
Partial shade
Watering
Medium water
Soil
Peaty, Loamy
Height
0.2–0.4 m
Spread
0.1–0.2 m
Zones
10–11
Flower colors