Maxillaria chacoensis (Big) Polystachya creating spectacular pendant inflorescences with

creating spectacular pendant inflorescences with intense fragrance that attract pollinators and collectors alike

Best grown in a coarse bark-based mix with good drainage

typically 4-5" (10-12 cm) across

Light: Provide moderate to bright indirect light

flowering freely when given proper cool conditions and consistent care

Maxillaria chacoensis (Big) Polystachya creating spectacular pendant inflorescences withA compact epiphyte from the cloud forests of South America, forming dense clusters of arching, lanceolate leaves. It produces small, ornamental flowers with rounded, heavily veined sepals and petals and a finely spotted lip a rewarding bloomer offered here as a large, specimen sized plant. Light: Bright indirect light with 5070% shade cloth; avoid direct sun exposure. Temperature: 5878F (1426C); an intermediate warm grower that tolerates a wide