Maxillaria lehmannii is a cloud-forest Andean orchid (ca. 700–2000 m), confirmed from western Ecuador and also reported in Peru. It bears large, often fragrant flowers, white to whitish-pink with purple spotting and a yellow lip. Best in bright filtered light, cool–intermediate temperatures and high humidity with an airy substrate. 
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Plant height (without pot): | 25–45 cm |
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Leaf length: | up to ~35–40 cm |
Flower diameter: | 8–12 cm (large) |
Inflorescence: | basal; single-flowered |
Temperature: | Cool–Intermediate (day 18–24 °C / night 10–16 °C) |
Humidity: | 60–85 % |
Light: | bright filtered / light shade |
Watering: | regular; keep slightly moist, well-aerated mix |
Substrate: | medium bark + charcoal + some sphagnum |
Origin: | Ecuador (W. Andes) — reports into Peru; 700–2000(–2200) m |
Fragrance: | yes, pleasant |
Notes: | white to whitish-pink flowers with purple spotting and yellow lip; long-lasting |
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