Cattleya lueddemanniana 'Salinas'

An exceptional and highly select clone of this grand unifoliate species native to the coastal and mountain forests of South America, showcasing a robust sympodial growth habit. The strong, upright pseudobulbs give rise to elegant terminal inflorescences that display a spectacular cluster of large, heavily textured, and wonderfully fragrant blossoms highly prized for their outstanding form.

• Light: Bright indirect light with 40–60% shade cloth; avoid direct sun, which can stress the foliage.
• Temperature: 65–85°F (18–29°C); an intermediate to warm grower that adapts well to stable indoor conditions.
• Humidity: 60–80%; consistent humidity encourages vigorous growth and prolific flowering.
• Watering: Water thoroughly and allow the mix to approach dryness between waterings; never allow the roots to remain waterlogged.

Additional Notes

Providing strong air movement around the container helps ensure optimal root development and uniform flowering cycles for this medium-sized plant with very large flowers. It ships bare root and should be gently rehydrated at an intermediate temperature before being potted immediately upon arrival.