Cattleya Orchids are a popular orchid with collectors. Cattleya walkeriana, Cattleya labiata, Cattleya aurantiaca and Cattleya intermedia are perhaps some of the most widely grown of the species. Other Cattleya Orchids include: Cattleya aclandiae, Cattleya amethystoglossa, Cattleya araguaiensis, Cattleya aurea, Cattleya bicolor, Cattleya trianae, Cattleya warneri and Cattleya warscewiczii. Orchid Nurseries, USA, United States, Mail Order Nurseries, Specialist Nurseries.
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Cattleya Orchids

 

Cattleya Orchids Plant Profile

Cattleya Orchids are originally from Costa Rica and tropical South America. The large and colorful flowers make them a popular for hybridization.

Light requirements for Cattleya orchids.

 

 

Similar to other low light orchids such as Phalaenopsis.



Temperature requirements for Cattleya Orchids.

A range of 55F to 80F degrees F from winter to summer. (13C to 29C)



Humidity requirements for Cattleya Orchids

50 - 60 % humidity is required for optimum growth.

Fertilization requirements for Cattleya Orchids


Use a formulated orchid fertilizer one a month.


Water requirements for Cattleya Orchids


Water often enough to let the potting mix or sub strata dry completely between watering. Every 2 weeks is a guide depending on temperature.


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