February 24, 2026 - Meeting
Chasing the Cloud Forest: A Masdevallia Growers Guide
Presented by: Liana Webb
Welcome to the
Portland Orchid Society
Welcome, to The Portland Orchid Society website, home to the fastest growing orchid group in Oregon. We hope that you find our website informative. Please feel free to join us at our next meeting.
Upcoming Meetings & Location
THE PORTLAND ORCHID SOCIETY
INVITES YOU TO ATTEND
OUR MONTHLY MEETING
at St. Luke Lutheran Church
(around back in the Fellowship Hall)
4595 SW California St.
Portland, OR 97219
Doors Open at 6:00 pm
Meeting starts at 7:00 pm
February 24, 2026 - Meeting
Chasing the Cloud Forest: A Masdevallia Growers GuidePresented by: Liana Webb
Liana Webb has been an orchid enthusiast for many years. Her very first orchid—a Phalaenopsis gifted to her when her son was born 35 years ago—is still alive today and faithfully blooms each February.
Her deeper orchid passion began about 12 years ago when she discovered the fascinating world of the Pleurothallid Alliance, especially the captivating genera Masdevallia and Dracula. What began as curiosity quickly became a focused specialty.
Since then, Liana has:
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Built a diverse Masdevallia collection
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Refined cool-growing culture techniques
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Produced her own Masdevallia hybrids
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Helped other growers succeed with these cloud-forest jewels
What You’ll Learn in This Presentation
“Chasing the Cloud Forest” explores how to successfully grow Masdevallias by understanding their natural habitat and replicating it at home.
Topics include:
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Understanding cloud forest conditions
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Temperature management for cool growers
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Humidity & watering strategies
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Light levels for optimal growth and blooming
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Potting mixes & mounting options
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Encouraging blooms & maintaining plant health
Liana’s goal is to share practical, accessible culture techniques that make it easier for others to grow and enjoy these remarkable, cool-growing gems.
Contact Us
Mailing Address
Portland Orchid Society
12533 SW 55th Place
Portland, OR 97219
Meeting Location
St. Luke Lutheran Church
(around back in the Fellowship Hall)
4595 SW California St.
Portland, OR 97219
Upcoming Events
Benefits of Membership:
Thank you for your interest in joining the Portland Orchid Society. Membership is open to anyone interested in orchids.
As a member, you will enjoy the following benefits
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Monthly meetings
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Networking with other orchid enthusiasts and speakers
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Discount on orchid bark and other supplies
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Group order discounts
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Monthly newsletter
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Membership Directory
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Invite to sell orchids or divisions at our Summer Sale
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Free Challenge Orchid Plant each year
MEMBERSHIP DUES
Individual $20.00
Student $15.00
Family $25.00
Lifetime $200.00
Individual and Family Memberships shall be valid from January 1st to December 31st.
Each new member will be provided with a Society Membership Directory and may purchase a Membership Badge from the Membership Chair for $10.00
Join the Portland Orchid Society
March 24, 2026 - Meeting
Orchid Roundtable
&
AOS Outreach Judging
Orchid Roundtable
You won’t want to miss this opportunity!
Join us for an interactive Orchid Roundtable, featuring an open discussion with questions and answers throughout the session.
Learn from experienced and advanced growers as we dive into practical, real-world topics, including:
Potting
• Media choices
• Fertilizers
• Watering techniques
Pest Management
• Mealybugs
• Scale
• And more common orchid pests
Lighting
• Understanding light needs
• Adjusting for home environments
Growing Orchids at Home
• Tips for all growers
• Success with cool-growing orchids
This is a fantastic opportunity to ask questions, share experiences, and learn from fellow orchid enthusiasts in a relaxed, roundtable format.
AOS Information & Webinars
AOS Outreach Judging
Bring your blooming orchids for the opportunity to:
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Have your plant reviewed by an AOS judge
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Learn what judges look for in flower quality, form, and presentation
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Gain valuable insight into your orchid’s potential for AOS awards
People’s Choice Awards
Don’t forget to bring your blooming plants to participate in our People’s Choice Awards—a fun and popular part of the meeting!
Preparing Your Orchids for Show Season
While judging is underway, we’ll also host an informative segment covering:
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Grooming and cleaning plants
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Staking and presentation tips
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Pot, tag, and display readiness
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Final preparations before show time
This meeting is perfect for both new and experienced growers looking to improve their orchids and gain confidence heading into show season.
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