Cattley obtained a specimen of then unnamed Cattleya labiata from William Swainson who had discovered the new plant in Pernambuco, Brazil, in 1817. The plant successfully bloomed …

Apr 25, 2024 · Learn how to get the best blooms from your cattleya orchids (Cattleya spp.). Discover tips for watering, feeding, and potting this lovely flower.

Native to Costa Rica and much of South America, this flamboyant, many colored orchid was extremely popular in flower arrangements (especially for corsages, as its name implies) in the …

Generally speaking, cattleyas need a 10F-15F (5.55C-8.3C) drop in night temperature to grow and flower well. Temperature depends on the hybrid/species, but in general, cattleyas are …

Jan 22, 2023 · If you love bold, bright colors and flouncy petals, cattleya orchids are for you. Learn how to raise and care for these flashy plants here!

cattleya, (genus Cattleya), genus of about 45 species of orchids (family Orchidaceae), several of which are commercially important as ornamentals and florists’ plants. Cattleyas are native to …

May 6, 2024 · Cattleya orchids flaunt a stunning appearance that many plant enthusiasts couldn’t resist. Here's a guide to how to grow these stunning plants.

Nov 1, 2023 · Cattleya orchids do not require a dry dormancy or rest period, although their water needs will change with the amount of light provided as seasons change. Some Cattleyas may …

The Cattleya orchid is known as the corsage orchid, due to its popularity for use in corsages and wedding arrangements. Native from Costa Rica to Argentina, Cattleyas have beautiful fragrant …

Oct 12, 2025 · Grow majestic Cattleya orchids at home by mastering the secrets that make these resilient beauties the undisputed queens of the orchid world.