This is a maxima I've had for several years now. It has coerulea parents, but bloomed as a tipo several years ago with very droopy petals, even for this species. Well, its been several years since I've left Hawaii and have found what this guy likes here in Texas. It is a highland variety and is therefore found on a much more compact plant than the lowland variety. It seems to really like the moderated indoor temps and grows under lights year round. This year it has actually put out four new growths! Anyway, now that I have orchids blooming for me again, I seem to have forgotten how to make my camera show the true colors, This plant has an almost neon or electric pink glow to it and I am very happy with the overall color and the more upright shape. Enjoy!
Cattleya maxima by
Isurus79, on Flickr
Cattleya maxima by
Isurus79, on Flickr
Cattleya maxima by
Isurus79, on Flickr
Cattleya maxima
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