| Common Name | Laelia Orchid |
| Family | Orchidaceae |
| Genus | Laelia |
| Origin | Mexico, Central America |
| Blooming | Spring to Summer, fragrant blooms on pseudobulbs |
| Leaf Color | Green to Grey-green |
| Sunlight | Sun |
| Category | Indoor plants |
| Pet Friendly | No |
Coarse orchid bark mix with charcoal and perlite, never standard potting soil
Soak and dry method. Water thoroughly when medium is nearly dry, increase humidity during active growth phase, reduce in winter dormancy
Bright indirect light essential for blooming; protect from scorching midday sun to prevent pseudobulb damage
Weak fertilizer weekly during spring/summer growth cycle; use diluted orchid specific formula
Remove spent flower spikes above node, cut dead or shriveled pseudobulbs at base
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