Cattleya purpurata rubra 001539 x self Cattleya Light: Andinia schizopogon flavescens 'Gigi'

Light: Andinia schizopogon flavescens 'Gigi' enjoys bright

Excellent for indoor cultivation in typical home environments

then allow the top 50% of the soil to dry before watering again

bilobed lateral sepal formation in vivid iridescent red-magenta

Use humidity trays or grouping with other plants to maintain optimal levels

Cattleya purpurata rubra 001539 x self Cattleya Light: Andinia schizopogon flavescens 'Gigi'This is a famous Brazilian epiphytic species known as the "Queen of the Laelias." It's easy to grow and valued for its large flowers. This specific cross, a self pollination of the rubra '001539' clone, is highly sought after for the consistency of its deep reddish purple lip color. Light: Bright, indirect light. The plant benefits from a few hours of gentle morning sun. Temperature: Intermediate to warm. Ideally daytime temperatures between 68 86F