Cattleya maxima Ecua 00139 x Ecua 00138

A majestic epiphytic species native to Ecuador, prized for its exceptionally robust, upright growth habit. This select sibling cross blends premier parentage to yield towering, multi-flowered inflorescences displaying a stunning canopy of large, beautifully proportioned, and fragrant blossoms that command attention.

• Light: Bright indirect light or filtered morning sun; provide 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 drop.
• Humidity: 60–80%; high humidity along with continuous, gentle air movement prevents stagnant moisture on the leaves.
• Watering: Water heavily during active growth and allow the medium to dry almost completely between applications; reduce frequency during winter rest.

Additional Notes

Potting in a coarse, well-draining bark mixture or mounting on a large cork plaque will perfectly accommodate its robust growth habit and showy 5-inch (12.5 cm) flowers. Your plant ships bare root and should be thoroughly rehydrated at an intermediate temperature before being potted or mounted upon arrival.