Cattleya hybrida

Cattleya Orchid, Corsage Plant

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Epiphytic orchid with large, colorful, fragrant flowers and fleshy pseudobulbs for water storage; requires bright light and excellent air circulation.
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Plant Details

Common Name Cattleya Orchid, Corsage Plant
Family Orchidaceae
Genus Cattleya
Species Hybrida
Origin South America
Blooming Spring/Summer or Winter depending on variety, often fragrant
Leaf Color Deep green to blue-green
Sunlight Sun
Category Indoor plants
Pet Friendly close No
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Care & Maintenance

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Soil

Coarse orchid bark mix with perlite and charcoal for drainage; never use standard potting soil.

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Watering

Water thoroughly when pseudobulbs show slight wrinkling or medium dries. Soak and dry cycle is critical; reduce watering during dormancy.

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Sunlight & Care

Bright filtered light essential for blooms; avoid harsh midday sun which scorches leaves, needs strong light in winter.

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Fertilization

Apply balanced orchid fertilizer weekly at quarter strength during active growth; cease feeding after flowering to induce rest.

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Pruning

Remove spent flower spikes, cut dead pseudobulbs at the base, remove old roots annually.

Pest Control Aphid Mealybug Scale Insect Spider Mite

These are the insects and pathogens that commonly interact with this plant, including pests, parasites, and organisms typically associated with its care.

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Seasonal Periods

local_florist Flowering Period 6 months
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Feb
Mar
Apr
May
Jun
Jul
Aug
Sep
Oct
Nov
Dec
eco Leaf Persistence 12 months
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Mar
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Growing Parameters

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Temperature
54° – 86°
Fahrenheit
Ideal ambient air temperature range for healthy growth
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Humidity
40% – 80%
% relative
Optimal relative air humidity the plant thrives in
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Light (LUX)
3000 – 30000
Lux
Ambient illuminance level at the plant's surface
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Light (PAR)
2000 – 4500
mmol/m²/s
Photosynthetically active radiation (PAR) intensity
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Soil Moisture
10% – 50%
% volumetric
Water content in the growing medium
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Soil EC
300 – 1500
mS/cm
Electrical conductivity (nutrient concentration in soil water)
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Common Problems

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