This is a complex, modern hybrid within the Rhyncholaeliocattleya alliance. Combining three distinct large-flowered Cattleya-type hybrids, this cross is bred for vigorous growth and large, showy, often colorful flowers.
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Light: Bright, indirect light, often requiring more light than typical houseplants. The leaves should be a medium olive-green; if they are dark green, the light is insufficient.
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Temperature: Intermediate to Warm. Maintain a temperature range of 65-85°F (18-29°C) during the day, with night temperatures dropping to 60-65°F (16-18°C). A temperature drop is necessary to encourage spiking.
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Humidity: Moderate to High (50-70%). Provide good air movement, especially at higher humidity levels, to prevent bacterial or fungal issues.
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Watering: Follow the classic "wet-dry" cycle. Water thoroughly when the potting medium is almost completely dry, but before the pseudobulbs begin to shrivel. Watering frequency should be reduced during the winter rest period.
Additional Notes
As a complex Rlc. hybrid, the flowers are large, dense, and waxy, typical of modern Cattleya cultivation. They are fragrant and usually emerge from a protective sheath at the top of the mature pseudobulb.
