Brassocattleya Ivan Portilla f. purple

A floriferous hybrid of C. purpurata × B. cucullata, combining two classic Cattleya alliance species into an elegant, star-shaped flower. The sepals and petals are narrowly lanceolate and strongly recurved in creamy-green tones, contrasting with a broad, undulate labellum in rich purple-lavender — a hallmark of the purple form.

• Light: Bright indirect light with 40–60% shade cloth; tolerates some morning sun, which encourages blooming without scorching the foliage.
• Temperature: 60–82°F (16–28°C); an intermediate to warm grower that benefits from a slight temperature drop at night to initiate flowering.
• Humidity: 55–75%; good air circulation alongside consistent humidity prevents fungal issues and supports pseudobulb development.
• Watering: Water thoroughly and allow the medium to dry slightly between waterings; never allow roots to sit in standing water.

Additional Notes

Brassocattleya Ivan Portilla f. purple is offered as a well-established plant of approximately 30 cm, shipped bare root in blooming or near-blooming size. Best grown in a coarse bark mix or mounted, with excellent drainage and strong air movement around the roots.