First bloom C. maxima

[braxtonds]

There is no cross info on the tag, it was just labelled as maxima and didn't specify which region. I would guess the flower is 4-5 inches, it is growing in a 4 in pot. But maybe the next blooms will be larger since this was a first time bloomer.

[Orchids4ever]

very pretty

[NeofinetiaCanada2014]

Congrats...

If the background color is white (no pink blush on front or back of petals and sepals), it would be considered var semi-alba striata. I have a division of maxima var semi-alba striata 'Manolo' AM/AOS that looks very similar. When happy and strong, it can produce 3-5 flowers per spike!

If pink is evident in the petals/sepals, it is var striata.

What is total height of pseudobulbs and leaves? If taller than 12 inches, likely lowland, otherwise highland variety. Growing conditions differ slightly. Tall lowlands need warmer winter nights; >65F...


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[Orchidsoutdoors]

I think the striations are caused by mild peloricism, as their pattern mimics the lip.

[braxtonds]

Interesting, is that a trait that will stay with the plant? Or will it change from blooming to blooming?

[Leafmite]

Nice one! Congratulations!

[Leslie]

Sometimes you will need to rebloom to see if trait is stable or a one off. If stable, it will always bloom that way, with strengths of stripes darker or lighter depending on temperatures. The cooler it is the darker.


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