Cattleya dormaniana

[Zozzl]

Oh, that is lovely!

Pat

[Mathias]

Originally Posted by catwalker808

Getting them up to the 2" pot size seems to be slow. Then when they have a little size to them, they seem to grow much faster. Yes isurus, we have a small batch coming along.

Ouch, so my rently purchased flask now became a really long term project... I really like the flower of this species. Good growing!

Would you mind sharing any cultural tips for the seedlings?

Btw, here are some in situ pictures and an interesting article: Brazilian Orchids - Orchid News 35

[catwalker808]

{Would you mind sharing any cultural tips for the seedlings? }

Mathias: I'll let you know when I figure it out. They are not real fast as infants, but much easier when bigger.

Plants have very slender canes with few terminal leaves. They need relatively high humidity ... 70+, since their slender canes can't store much food or water. Plants should have very good drainage for roots.

Summer temps should be below 30 C. Winter temps should be as warm as possible, above 20 C (or at least not below 10 C). Medium light in summer if hot & bright light if you can keep the temp below 27-28 C. Water frequently in summer (assuming medium is well drained). Water in winter, but more sparingly & do not allow roots to become waterlogged.