Which Sophronitis sp. to choose? Info and help needed!

[Kostas]

Thank you very much for the clarification Camille!

I want to have only one species of each genus in bloom at a given time as the potential for hybridization between such species is higher than with other orchids and i want to be producing pure seeds easily,without having to protect the flowers or remove the pollinia of all flowers. I dont know what the chance of C. maxima and S. brevipedunculata is to share the same pollinator,if they have/find one,in my country. Thinking of the shape and size difference of their flowers i must say it shouldnt be very likely and probably i am worrying for nothing. Also,the fact that they were in different genus says a lot about their differences. What do you think?
I surely do want many things in bloom but without risking unwanted hybridization

[Bayard]

I don't think you need to worry about hybridization happening via native bees or butterflies. These species are most likely hummingbird pollinated in their native environment. I grow S. brevipedunculata easily and our summers can be quite hot and humid. It flowers in the fall. Here is a shot of my plant:

[camille1585]

Bayard, your plant is gorgeous!!! Nice growing.

Kostas, the chances of the plants getting hybridized accidentally are quite low. And if you happen to see a pod growing that you didn't make yourself, they cut it off