Laelia purpurata

[isurus79]

This is a purpurata that I purchased as a large seedling a while back. It finally bloomed and after a few technical difficulties (it opened the buds while still partially inside the sheath so I had to cut it away and one flower is upside down! ) it seems to be an interesting flower. It is a cross between a carnea 'hihimanu' x carnea 'H&R', but seems to be a bit darker and has a light pink blush on the petals, although Im not sure if the blush shows up in the pics. Anyway, I really like it! Its always nice when you are rewarded with a flower you really like! Thanks for looking.