| Description: |
Large flowers on an inflorescence from the base of the pseudobulb are lavender colored except for the white lip with a yellow throat. |
| Environment: |
Suitable only for a greenhouse |
| Lighting Needs: |
Does best in full sunlight coming from the South/East/West |
| Soil Type: |
Use a small shredded fir bark or small to medium lava rock. If you want to mix your own take:
2 parts osmunda fiber, 1 part sphagnum moss and a little sand.
Always use a pot with a hole.
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| Watering: |
Keep the potting mix evenly moist and reduce water during the winter or dormant season. Use warm water. |
| Fertilizer: |
Use a fertilizer specifically designed for orchids every two to three weeks. |
| Plant Pests: |
Prone to none Always inspect any new plant for pests before introducing it to your home or greenhouse. |
| Gardening Tips & Care: |
Mist occasionally with warm water (lime free to avoid leaf staining). Direct sunlight and cold drafts should be avoided. Place pebbles or gravel in the drainage dish to hold water and increase the humidity, make sure the pot is sitting on the gravel and not in the water.
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