New Mltssa., info wanted - Orchid Board

boxerfan · #1 09-05-2007, 03:23 PM

I just got a new Mltssa., CM Fitch "Tzumi" (pictured below). I would greatly appreciate any info on culture for this 'chid. Thanks, Lisa

boxerfan · #2 09-05-2007, 03:37 PM

The tag on my new Mtssa. was misread. The plant's name is Mtssa. CM Fitch "Izumi". Lisa

Ross · #3 09-05-2007, 03:56 PM

No clue, but what a beauty. I'd be tempted to treat it like any Brassia (lots of water and fertilizer while it's growing, not much water and no fertilizer while it's resting). My Brassia relatives get pretty much the same treatment year around except I slow down water/fertilizer to semi-weekly during rest period. Rest of growth cycle they get water/fertilizer every third day except when the mix looks too dry I may pour a bit through it just in case

Ray · #4 09-05-2007, 06:15 PM

Miltassia Charles marden Fitch is Brassia verrucosa x Miltonia spectabilis.

It will do best with moderate, cattleya light levels, prefers daytime temps in the upper 70's with nights around 60°F, but may stretch that range in either direction.

I grow mine in s/h culture, but have overall warmer conditions.

Lagoon · #5 09-05-2007, 10:48 PM

This is a wonderful orchid to grow. I grow mine in sphag and rok. Lots of watering during the spring and summer months. A lessening of water and fertilizers during the colder months.
Inside : I grow this under catt lighting.
Outside : In full sunlight until about 2:ish then just ( consider my zone) bright filtered light. It can take the summer heat very well.

cupcake · #6 09-06-2007, 01:59 PM

Gosh that's SO pretty! I must try this genus.

Ray · #7 09-07-2007, 05:27 PM

The "Oncidiinae intergenerics", as they are known, are fantastic. The "cambrias" sold in England (actually a genericized term based upon Vuylstekeara Cambria) are in that category.

gmdiaz · #8 10-07-2007, 01:05 PM

MY that is sooo gorgeous! I love the colors and clarity of the spots.

I bought something similar a day or two ago at Paulino Garden's, during my lunch break. I'll post a picture for you but it's at work and I'll need to take pictures on Monday.

It's some sort of intergenetic. . .in the indigo blue tones. . .didn't have a tag. . .so I'll need help to determine what it is exactly.

What do you all think of the intergenetics? I am amazed at the colors and variety. I LOVE these.