Plants in genus cattleya
Cattleya maxima 'Coerulea'
Cattleya maxima 'Coerulea' is an epiphytic orchid known for its large, fragrant blue to lavender flowers. This cultivar is popular among collectors and thrives in bright, indirect light with good air circulation. It is often grown in pots or hanging baskets, adding a touch of elegance to any orchid collection.
Cattleya 'Kiss Me'
Cattleya 'Kiss Me' is a hybrid orchid cultivar celebrated for its large, showy flowers in shades of pink, lavender, and white. The blooms feature intricate patterns and veining, accompanied by a sweet fragrance, making it a delightful addition to any orchid collection.
Cattleya elegans
Cattleya elegans is a rare and stunning orchid known for its bright blue-violet flowers. Native to Brazil, this sought-after cultivar produces one or two large, fragrant blooms per inflorescence. Its vibrant color and rarity make it a prized addition to any orchid collection.
Cattleya maxima 'La Churonita'
Cattleya maxima 'La Churonita' is an orchid known for its large, striking flowers with vibrant colors ranging from deep purples to bright pinks. The blooms feature a splash of yellow or white in the throat and emit a delightful fragrance. This orchid is relatively easy to cultivate and blooms prolifically under various conditions, making it a favorite among orchid enthusiasts.
Cattleya 'Little Irene'
Cattleya 'Little Irene' is a specific cultivar of the Cattleya orchid genus, known for its compact size and vibrant, fragrant flowers. It requires proper light, temperature, humidity, and watering to thrive.
Cattleya percivaliana 'Semialba'
This orchid has white petals and sepals with a greenish-yellow lip and a hint of purple. It has a sweet fragrance and flowers in winter, preferring bright light but needing protection from direct sunlight. It requires intermediate to cool temperatures, a well-draining medium, consistent watering during active growth, and a drier rest period after blooming.
Cattleya maxima 'Yellow Lip' X '2326'
Cattleya maxima 'Yellow Lip' X '2326' is an orchid hybrid that combines the qualities of its parent plants, Cattleya maxima. This hybrid is known for its specific flower color or lip shape, making it a unique addition to orchid collections.
Cattleya quadricolor
Cattleya quadricolor is an orchid native to the forests of Brazil, known for its large blooms with four distinct hues: pink, purple, yellow, and white. Its velvety texture and intricate patterns make it a prized plant for its rarity and striking appearance. This orchid is a specific variation or cultivar of Cattleya quadricolor, originating from Ecuador.
Cattleya maxima 'Ecua 0244' X 'ecua 0232'
Cattleya maxima 'Ecua 0244' X 'ecua 0232' is an orchid hybrid known for its potential variations in colors, shapes, and sizes. It requires the right amount of light, humidity, and well-balanced nutrients to flourish.
Cattleya 'Aurora' 'priscila'
Cattleya 'Aurora' 'Priscila' is a hybrid orchid known for its large, fragrant flowers with yellow-green petals and sepals, and a purple lip with a yellow throat. The blooms can last up to three weeks, making it a stunning addition to any orchid collection. This plant thrives in bright, indirect light and requires regular watering and humidity to flourish.
Cattleya chamberlainiana
Cattleya chamberlainiana is an orchid species that thrives in bright, indirect light and requires a well-draining growing medium. It is subject to habitat loss in the wild, but conservation efforts and propagation techniques are helping to preserve this species. Known for its beautiful blooms, it is a favorite among orchid enthusiasts.
Cattleya 'Balsas' X Laeliocattleya 'carmela Mildred'
Cattleya 'Balsas' X Laeliocattleya 'Carmela Mildred' is a hybrid orchid known for its vibrant blend of purple, pink, and lavender colors. The large, bold flowers are fragrant, a trait inherited from the Cattleya parent. This hybrid combines the vigor and adaptability of Laeliocattleya, making it a robust and visually striking addition to any orchid collection.
Cattleya loddigesii
Cattleya loddigesii, known as the "corsage orchid," is native to Brazil and neighboring countries. It produces flowers with purple, pink, or white petals and a yellow throat, requiring bright, indirect light and moderate humidity.