Rlc. Memoria Alida Laboy 4in
Rhyncolaeliocattleya is an intergeneric hybrid between Rhynchostylis, Laelia, and Cattleya. This is a Cattleya hybrid with blooms reminiscent of Soph. coccinea. Compact plant, somewhere between a Laelia and Soph. Fragrant, and will put out 2-3 blooms at a time.
Pictures are representative of blooms but are not the blooms from this exact plant. Near blooming-blooming size plant (1-2 years). Will not arrive in bud or bloom unless stated.
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: SVO