My first ever Neofinetia is blooming at last

[Pattywack]

I began collecting Neofinetia last November with a beautiful Oonamiseikai . I was only going to try one Neo. The Oonamiseikai was a nice size plant and I liked the curved leaves, the overall look of the plant. Al had several Neos at half price so I picked this plant, unaware of the addictive nature of the Neofinetia.

This one has been slower to wake from dormancy and slower to ever show any sign of flowering. This morning it has began to open its flowers. There are three spikes and sixteen buds, the best bloom of any of my Neos so far.

While the Oonamiseikai is another common Neo, it is still one of my favorites! Here are a couple pictures of her this morning.