A historic primary hybrid celebrated for its luminous golden-yellow flowers that inherit the brilliant coloration of C. dowiana and the compact, floriferous nature of C. luteola, creating sweetly fragrant blooms with rich, velvety texture that have captivated collectors for over a century.
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Light: Bright, filtered light with 30-50% shade cloth. Tolerates some direct morning sun but protect from intense midday exposure.
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Temperature: Warm grower. Daytime 75-85°F (24-29°C), nighttime 62-68°F (17-20°C). Benefits from 10-15°F day-night differential for optimal flowering.
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Humidity: 60-75% with good air circulation. Maintain through humidity trays, room humidifiers, or terrarium culture with adequate ventilation.
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Watering: Water when potting medium approaches dryness, typically every 5-7 days. Reduce slightly after flowering but maintain consistent moisture during active growth.
Additional Notes
Historic primary hybrid registered in 1905, combining C. luteola × C. dowiana. Thrives in medium bark mix with perlite or mounted on cork bark with sphagnum moss cushion.
