Sobralia fragrans Commelinaceae mount or grow in a

mount or grow in a basket with good air movement to keep roots healthy

upright spikes densely set with numerous small flowers evenly spaced along the rachis

Features small pseudobulbs and single leaves with creeping rhizomes

making it a popular houseplant for its decorative value

hence its specific epithet 'felis' (Latin for cat)

Sobralia fragrans Commelinaceae mount or grow in aSobralia fragrans is a medium sized epiphytic orchid from Central and South American tropical forests, recognized for its erect, reed like stems and distinct plicate (pleated), fleshy leaves. Light: needs part shade or moderate, indirect light. Bright light is necessary for blooming, but harsh direct sun should be avoided to prevent leaf scorching. Temperature: It thrives in intermediate to warm conditions, ideally ranging from 60 80F (16 27C). A