A highly prized color form of this classic species originating from the mountainous regions of South America, this robust epiphyte features a reliable and upright growth habit. It yields magnificent, medium-sized blossoms during the late autumn and winter seasons, producing flowers that boast pristine white segments contrasted by an exceptionally rich, heavily detailed lip.
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Light: Bright indirect light with 40β60% shade cloth; avoid direct sun, which can stress the compact foliage.
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Temperature: 59β79Β°F (15β26Β°C); an intermediate grower that adapts beautifully to stable greenhouse or indoor conditions.
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Humidity: 60β80%; consistent humidity encourages vigorous vegetative growth and prolific flowering.
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Watering: Water thoroughly and allow the mix to approach dryness between waterings; never allow the roots to remain waterlogged.
Additional Notes
This compact orchid performs wonderfully when nestled into a fast-draining, coarse bark mix inside a well-ventilated pot to accommodate its mid-sized growth and prominent blooms. It ships bare root and well established, and it should be gently rehydrated at an intermediate temperature prior to potting upon arrival.