Ric. Lian Her Glory 'HER-TA' x Village Chief Cunning 4in

Rhyncolaeliocattleya is an intergeneric hybrid between Rhynchostylis, Laelia, and Cattleya. This is a Cattleya hybrid with large ruffled flowers that will likely be yellow with pink notes. Fragrant, and will put out 2 blooms from one spike at a time. 

Pictures are of the parents. Near blooming-blooming size plant (1 year).

CATTLEYA CARE INFO:

Potting mix: Coarse orchid bark. Repot when pot bound in Spring.

Light: Bright indirect - partial direct light. Shaded South or West facing preferred. 

Water: Water frequently in hot months when media is fully dry, decrease dramatically in cold months. After flowering a dry rest period follows. 

Temp: Intermediate - Warm (60F min night, 90F max day).

Humidity: 60-80%, too dry of conditions can result in stunted and slowed growth.

Fertilizing: 1/2 strength urea-free fertilizer, every other watering as new roots and leaves emerge. Do not fertilize during winter rest period after flowering until new growth is observed in spring.

Photo credit:

1. Soroa orchids

2. Dancing Dog orchids