An exceptional hybrid cross combining the vigorous C. Virgen de Guadalupe with Pot. Elegant Baricer Rouge to produce a magnificent floral display. This upright epiphyte features strong, clean pseudobulbs that yield a spectacular array of large, heavily textured, and long-lasting flowers elegantly presented on robust stems.
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Light: Bright indirect light or filtered sunlight with 40–60% shade cloth; avoid direct midday sun to safeguard the foliage.
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Temperature: 59–86°F (15–30°C); a highly adaptable grower that thrives beautifully in intermediate to warm greenhouse or indoor conditions.
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Humidity: 60–80%; maintaining consistent atmospheric moisture supports uniform growth and robust new root development.
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Watering: Water thoroughly when actively growing and allow the potting medium to dry almost completely before repeating.
Additional Notes
Growing this medium-sized variety in a coarse, fast-draining bark mix ensures optimal root aeration to maximize its impressive plant size and showy blooms. Ships bare root, well established, and ready to be rehydrated at an intermediate temperature and promptly potted upon receipt.