Cattleya mendelii 'Clarita'

A select and highly distinguished clone of this majestic epiphytic species native to the mountain forests of South America, celebrated for its stately presence. It produces short, terminal inflorescences from sturdy, upright pseudobulbs, bearing an elegant canopy of large, highly fragrant blossoms that bring exceptional sophistication to any orchid collection.

• Light: Bright indirect light or filtered morning sun with a 40–50% shade cloth to protect the foliage from scorching.
• Temperature: 59–86°F (15–30°C); a versatile intermediate to warm grower that thrives with a distinct day-to-night temperature drop.
• Humidity: 60–80%; high humidity paired with gentle, continuous air movement ensures optimal foliage health and clean growth.
• Watering: Water heavily during active root development, allowing the coarse medium to dry almost completely between applications.

Additional Notes

Cultivation in a coarse bark mix or large slatted basket easily accommodates its robust growth habit and magnificent 4 to 6-inch (10–15 cm) flowers. Your plant ships bare root and should be thoroughly rehydrated at an intermediate temperature before being potted or mounted upon arrival.