Cattleya dowiana - finally found one

[orchidman77]

Growth is always a good sign! My guess is that the trip to the northern hemisphere has upended its growing cycle and its internal clock is a little "off." For now, I would respond to what the plant is doing (growing) and would keep it warm with plenty of air movement and moisture. I've read that maintaining high humidity (>60%) is also important - it might help keep its roots healthy and encourage root branching.

I've got quite a few dowiana seedlings now (around 20?) - some rositas, "tipos" from Costa Rican genetics, and some 4N aureas. It's already been quite the journey growing them - fortunately, my tent provides pretty ideal conditions for this species. Mine seem to appreciate frequent as long as they have plenty of air movement to "mostly dry" before I water again. It'll be quite a show when they reach blooming size in a few years (that is, if I can keep them alive)!

David