Laelia tenebrosa x fidelensis - Orchid Board

Sasti · #1 08-16-2011, 03:20 PM

Hi everyone!
I need help for this plant, I hope you can help me. I have it since three years but it doesn't blooms so I don't know what to do....I admit I've neglected it, it has been outdoor for a long time but it is alive despite the cold and I'd like to see his beautiful flowers one day.
Now it is outdoor, light shade.
Does anyone grow it?

I thank you and I apologize for my bad english

stefpix · #2 08-16-2011, 05:37 PM

photo?

silken · #3 08-16-2011, 10:26 PM

Tenebrosa needs fairly bright light. OrchidWiz says 3500 to 4000 fc. It says if it fails to bloom it is likely not enough sun and to increase gradually so as not to burn it. The fidelensis needs 2500 to 3000 fc (moderate) so taking that into account, I would very carefully increase the light it is getting. Maybe just a small amount is enough to get it blooming.

Otherwise a photo would help to see how the plant looks.

Sasti · #4 08-17-2011, 02:37 AM

Hi!
I thank you very much for your answers. I noticed it doesn't like direct sunlight (even in winter) infact the leaves turn yellow.
I'll post a photo as soon as possible.

Thanks again

stefpix · #5 08-17-2011, 03:32 AM

I would gradually increase the light. leaves should turn purple or with black spots if the light is too much. I have some Cattleyas on my roof in full sun most of the day. I have a Cattleya tenebrosa large seedling, gets some sun on my southern exposure fire escape.

Sasti · #6 08-17-2011, 12:52 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by stefpix

I would gradually increase the light. leaves should turn purple or with black spots if the light is too much. I have some Cattleyas on my roof in full sun most of the day. I have a Cattleya tenebrosa large seedling, gets some sun on my southern exposure fire escape.

Hi stefpix.
Leaves of mine are clear green and the plant needs a repotting...
Thanks for your kindness