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Old 08-10-2008, 06:21 AM
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A local botanical garden was tossing out a number of their cattleya species last fall because of space considerations, and this is one that I rescued. The tag in the pot identified it as Cattleya gaskelliana. It was a bit of a runt when I got it (and it still hasn't completely recovered), and the curator told me that it hadn't flowered for years. It struggled to survive over the winter and spring, but apparently felt decent enough to send up a spike with one flower, which has a wonderful scent. Although the flower hasn't been open for more than a week, I'm going to cut it off later today in the hope that the plant puts all of its energy into getting bigger and healthier. Can anyone who grows this species give me some cultural advice, please--light levels, temperature preferences, rest or no rest, when to repot, etc.? Thanks!

Steve
So much for conservation by Botanical institutions !!!!!
throwing away some of their species. This is one of my favourite Catt.species for which I have a number of clones. Yes "Orchidflowerchild" - Chadwicks have some good info on Catt.species. I grow mine under 60% shade & water everyday ( unless it rains ) but unless you live in an area with constant 30 to 35 deg days then check people in your area.
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