new growth on Catasetunm pileatum

[bellina9]

Hello!
I have a catasetunm pileatum and this will be my first winter with a place that needs a "winter rest". I was told by the previous owner of this plant that this doesn't lose it's leaves, or loses very late.
So, just resently, a new growth has appeared! which is great, but in about a month aren't I suppose to decrease watering? What do yall usally do?

Thanks!

Kristen

[Sandy4453]

The same thing has happened with 2 of my Cattasetums, Kristen. I've got about 5 growths on one and 2 on the other. I plan to continue watering these until the leaves turn yellow and drop. I'm not expecting spikes this season as I think it's too late in the season but I'm continuing it's watering until all bulbs tell me otherwise.

Have a look at this link on C. pileatum. Very interesting.
http://www.orchidboard.com/community...tml#post149415

[isurus79]

Water as normal until the new bulbs mature. You (and Sandy) will probably get lucky and get late season blooms (ie. January or so). Dont forget to post pics!!

[bellina9]

that would be awesome! it bloomed this summer when I was away and a friend was watching over it so I've never seen it bloom

I'll be sure to post pics! Thanks for your help

[JennS]

Same thing happened with mine this year! It just sprouted out a new growth a few weeks ago and a keiki! Crazy weather!

[bellina9]

I didnt think Catasetunm keikied, are you sure its a Catasetunm?

[Morningstarorchids]

We have a few, and they have all spruted new bulbs, one has 7 new blubs, keep watering as normal,Mine have bloomed twice this year, and will bloom again in January or so...