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Orchid of the Day
Laeliocattleya Fire Dance ‘Patricia’



Laeliocattleya Fire Dance 'Patricia': This variety, Laeliocattleya Fire Dance 'Patricia' displays blazing orange-red flowers. An easy to grow very compact grower that adds much appreciated color in the winter. This is a rapidly growing plant the grows into a spectacular specimen.

This variety, Laeliocattleya Fire Dance ‘Patricia’ displays blazing orange-red flowers.

Complete Name: Laeliocattleya Fire Dance ‘Patricia’
Pronunciation of Genus: Lay-lee-oh-kat’lee-ya
Origin: Registered by Beal in 1984.
Description and Qualities: An easy to grow very compact grower that adds much appreciated color in the winter. This is a rapidly growing plant the grows into a spectacular specimen.
Flower Description: Flowers are about 3″ (7.5 cm) across are red orange with a darker lips and are borne in clusters of a few to several flowers.
Season of Bloom: Winter to Spring
Plant Size Category: Compact. Compacts are 8″ to 12″ (30 cm.) high and/or wide.
Mature Size & Habit: 10-12″ tall (25 to 30 cm)
Species or Hybrid? Hybrid
Parent #1: Cattleya aurantiaca
Parent #2: Laeliocattleya Fire Island
Ease of Culture: Easy. These orchids are especially recommended for the new orchid grower. They are tolerant of varying light conditions, usually medium to low intensity, can be grown in the home in most windowsills or under fluorescent light set-ups, do not have high humidity, adapt well to average room temperatures, and will dependably re-bloom with a modicum of care.
Light Requirement: Medium. Very bright east facing window with at least 8 hours of diffused sunlight or a south facing window with light diffused curtain, between 1500-3000 foot-candles. Top of foliage should be 6″ from a 4-tube fluorescent light setup. Orchids should be placed at the center of the growing lights where it is the brightest. Can also be grown under HID (high intensity discharge lights.) Casts a very distinguishable shadow with the hand test. Use 60% shade on greenhouse.
Temperature Preference: Intermediate. Night temperatures: 55°-60°F (13°-16°C); Day temperatures: 10°-15°F (5°-8°C) warmer than night temperatures.
Potting Medium: Medium epiphytic orchid mix.


Photo and information courtesy of Steven A. Frowine
from his book “Miniature Orchids”





Orchid of the Day
Laeliocattleya Carolyn Reid ‘Lynchburg’



Laeliocattleya Carolyn Reid 'Lynchburg': Laeliocattleya Carolyn Reid 'Lynchburg' has shimmering red flowers. Glowing red flowers are always in demand. As a bonus this variety is also fragrant, an uncommon quality in red cattleyas hybrids. Also this hybrid is more heat tolerant than most red cattleya hybrids because it does not have the cool loving species, Sophronitis coccinea, the most commonly used species to impart red flower color, as one of its parents.

Laeliocattleya Carolyn Reid ‘Lynchburg’ has shimmering red flowers.

Complete Name: Laeliocattleya Carolyn Reid ‘Lynchburg’
Pronunciation of Genus: Lay-lee-oh-kat’lee-ya
Origin: Registered by G. Crocker for Reid in 1972.
Description and Qualities: Glowing red flowers are always in demand. As a bonus this variety is also fragrant, an uncommon quality in red cattleyas hybrids. Also this hybrid is more heat tolerant than most red cattleya hybrids because it does not have the cool loving species, Sophronitis coccinea, the most commonly used species to impart red flower color, as one of its parents.
Flower Description: Produces clusters of 3″ (7.5 cm) orange red flowers.
Season of Bloom: Winter to Spring
Plant Size Category: Dwarf. Dwarfs are 3″ to 8″ (20 cm.) high and/or wide.
Mature Size & Habit: About 8″ tall.
Species or Hybrid? Hybrid
Parent #1: Cattleya aurantiaca
Parent #2: Laeliocattleya Twinkle Star
Ease of Culture: Intermediate. Orchids in this category are recommended to growers who have mastered growing at least a few of the easier ones in the Easy category. They frequently have higher light and humidity requirements. They can usually be grown on a bright windowsill (east or south facing). They may be more particular in their cultural requirements to insure re-blooming.
Light Requirement: Medium. Very bright east facing window with at least 8 hours of diffused sunlight or a south facing window with light diffused curtain, between 1500-3000 foot-candles. Top of foliage should be 6″ from a 4-tube fluorescent light setup. Orchids should be placed at the center of the growing lights where it is the brightest. Can also be grown under HID (high intensity discharge lights.) Casts a very distinguishable shadow with the hand test. Use 60% shade on greenhouse.
Temperature Preference: Intermediate. Night temperatures: 55°-60°F (13°-16°C); Day temperatures: 10°-15°F (5°-8°C) warmer than night temperatures.
Potting Medium: Medium epiphytic mix.


Photo and information courtesy of Steven A. Frowine
from his book “Miniature Orchids”





Orchid of the Day
Laeliocattleya Angel Love



Laeliocattleya Angel Love: This flower's color, shape and heady citrus scent owes much to one of its grand parents, Cattleya walkeriana. This hybrid is noted for its long-lasting, fragrant pink flowers on a neat plant.


This flower’s color, shape and heady citrus scent owes much to one of its grand parents, Cattleya walkeriana.

Complete Name: Laeliocattleya Angel Love
Pronunciation of Genus: Lay-lee-oh-kat’lee-ya
Category: Cattleya Alliance
Origin: Breed by Orchid Center and registered by Kokusai in 1988.
Description and Qualities: This hybrid is noted for its long-lasting, fragrant pink flowers on a neat plant.
Flower Description: 4″(10cm) pink flower with a frilled lip and golden to yellow throat.
Season of Bloom: Winter
Mature Size & Habit: Compact growing habit
Species or Hybrid? Species
Type of Fragrance: Sweet
Description of Fragrance: Vanilla
Intensity Of Fragrance: Strong
When Fragrant: Day
Suitable Growing Area: Windowsill, Lights, Greenhouse
Ease of Culture: Easy. These orchids are especially recommended for the new orchid grower. They are tolerant of varying light conditions, usually medium to low intensity, can be grown in the home in most windowsills or under fluorescent light set-ups, do not have high humidity, adapt well to average room temperatures, and will dependably re-bloom with a modicum of care.
Light Requirement: Medium. Very bright east facing window with at least 8 hours of diffused sunlight or a south facing window with light diffused curtain, between 1500-3000 foot-candles. Top of foliage should be 6″ from a 4-tube fluorescent light setup. Orchids should be placed at the center of the growing lights where it is the brightest. Can also be grown under HID (high intensity discharge lights.) Casts a very distinguishable shadow with the hand test. Use 60% shade on greenhouse.
Temperature Preference: Intermediate. Night temperatures: 55°-60°F (13°-16°C); Day temperatures: 10°-15°F (5°-8°C) warmer than night temperatures.


Photo and information courtesy of Steven A. Frowine
from his book “Fragrant Orchids”





Orchid of the Day
Laeliocattleya Angel’s Treasure



Laeliocattleya Angel's Treasure: Laeliocattleya Angel's Treasure displays its soft and air flowers. Clusters of lavender pink flowers on a small growing plant are hallmarks of this hybrid.

Laeliocattleya Angel’s Treasure displays its soft and air flowers.

Complete Name: Laeliocattleya Angel’s Treasure
Pronunciation of Genus: Lay-lee-oh-Kat’-lee-ya
Origin: Registered by J. Woltman in 1991.
Description and Qualities: Clusters of lavender pink flowers on a small growing plant are hallmarks of this hybrid.
Flower Description: Bares several 3″ (7.5 cm) lavender pink flowers with yellow in the throat
Season of Bloom: Winter to Spring
Plant Size Category: Compact. Compacts are 8″ to 12″ (30 cm.) high and/or wide.
Mature Size & Habit: This hybrid features multiple soft pastel flowers with a very manageable plant size.
Species or Hybrid? Hybrid
Parent #1: Cattleya Tropical Angel
Parent #2: Laeliocattleya Tiny Treasure
Ease of Culture: Easy. These orchids are especially recommended for the new orchid grower. They are tolerant of varying light conditions, usually medium to low intensity, can be grown in the home in most windowsills or under fluorescent light set-ups, do not have high humidity, adapt well to average room temperatures, and will dependably re-bloom with a modicum of care.
Light Requirement: Medium. Very bright east facing window with at least 8 hours of diffused sunlight or a south facing window with light diffused curtain, between 1500-3000 foot-candles. Top of foliage should be 6″ from a 4-tube fluorescent light setup. Orchids should be placed at the center of the growing lights where it is the brightest. Can also be grown under HID (high intensity discharge lights.) Casts a very distinguishable shadow with the hand test. Use 60% shade on greenhouse.
Temperature Preference: Intermediate. Night temperatures: 55°-60°F (13°-16°C); Day temperatures: 10°-15°F (5°-8°C) warmer than night temperatures.
Potting Medium: Medium epiphytic mix.


Photo and information courtesy of Steven A. Frowine
from his book “Miniature Orchids”





Orchid of the Day
Laeliocatonia Sacramento Splash ‘Orchidphile’ AM/AOS



Laeliocatonia Sacramento Splash 'Orchidphile' AM/AOS: The influence of Broughtonia is seen with the large lip of this hybrid.

The influence of Broughtonia is seen with the large lip of this hybrid.

Complete Name: Laeliocatonia Sacramento Splash ‘Orchidphile’ AM/AOS
Pronunciation of Genus: Lay-lee-oh-kat’lee-ya
Origin: Registered by Gold Country in 2001.
Description and Qualities: “The dramatic “splash petals” of Laeliocatonia Sacramento Splash ‘Orchidphile’ AM/AOS make this a flamboyant space saving hybrid.”
Flower Description: Flowers are about 2″ (5cm) across and borne in clusters of a few to several.
Season of Bloom: Winter to Spring
Plant Size Category: Dwarf. Dwarfs are 3″ to 8″ (20 cm.) high and/or wide.
Mature Size & Habit: About 8″ (20-25 cm) high.
Species or Hybrid? Hybrid
Parent #1: Cattleya Little Dipper
Parent #2: Laeliocattleyatonia Peggy San
Ease of Culture: Easy. These orchids are especially recommended for the new orchid grower. They are tolerant of varying light conditions, usually medium to low intensity, can be grown in the home in most windowsills or under fluorescent light set-ups, do not have high humidity, adapt well to average room temperatures, and will dependably re-bloom with a modicum of care.
Light Requirement: Medium. Very bright east facing window with at least 8 hours of diffused sunlight or a south facing window with light diffused curtain, between 1500-3000 foot-candles. Top of foliage should be 6″ from a 4-tube fluorescent light setup. Orchids should be placed at the center of the growing lights where it is the brightest. Can also be grown under HID (high intensity discharge lights.) Casts a very distinguishable shadow with the hand test. Use 60% shade on greenhouse.
Temperature Preference: Intermediate. Night temperatures: 55°-60°F (13°-16°C); Day temperatures: 10°-15°F (5°-8°C) warmer than night temperatures.
Potting Medium: Medium epiphytic mix.


Photo and information courtesy of Steven A. Frowine
from his book “Miniature Orchids”





Orchid of the Day
Laelia sincorana



Laelia sincorana: Laelia sincorana provides rich red purple flowers on very compact plants. Laelia sincorana became more commonly available in the US 1980's. It is quite a stunner when the plant reaches a larger size so that it produces multiple flowers. This species is used as a parent in miniature cattleya breeding to impart it small stature and fragrance to its offspring.

Laelia sincorana provides rich red purple flowers on very compact plants.

Complete Name: Laelia sincorana
Pronunciation of Genus: Lay’-lee-ah
AKA: Cattleya grosvenori
Common Name: Sincora Laelia
Origin: Brazil
Description and Qualities: Laelia sincorana became more commonly available in the US 1980’s. It is quite a stunner when the plant reaches a larger size so that it produces multiple flowers. This species is used as a parent in miniature cattleya breeding to impart it small stature and fragrance to its offspring.
Flower Description: The purple red flowers are large for the size of the plant, up to about 4″ (10 cm) across
Season of Bloom: Winter to Spring
Plant Size Category: Dwarf. Dwarfs are 3″ to 8″ (20 cm.) high and/or wide.
Mature Size & Habit: 4-5″ (10-12.5) tall. Short squat, almost globular pseudobulbs.
Species or Hybrid? Species
Ease of Culture: Intermediate. Orchids in this category are recommended to growers who have mastered growing at least a few of the easier ones in the Easy category. They frequently have higher light and humidity requirements. They can usually be grown on a bright windowsill (east or south facing). They may be more particular in their cultural requirements to insure re-blooming.
Light Requirement: Medium to high. At least several hours of a bright south facing window with light diffused curtain, between 2000-3500 foot-candles. Top of foliage should be as close as possible from a 4-tube standard fluorescent light setup. Orchids should be placed at the center of the growing lights where it is the brightest. Can also be grown under HID (high intensity discharge lights) or VHO or T5 fluorescents. This level of light casts a very sharp shadow with the hand test. Use 50% shade on greenhouse.
Temperature Preference: Intermediate. Night temperatures: 55°-60°F (13°-16°C); Day temperatures: 10°-15°F (5°-8°C) warmer than night temperatures.
Potting Medium: Most frequently mounted since its roots prefer to dry off between waterings.
History: Was first discovered by Schlechter in 1917 then was thought extinct until rediscovered by Dr. Jack Fowlie in 1975.


Photo and information courtesy of Steven A. Frowine
from his book “Miniature Orchids”





Orchid of the Day
Laelia pumila var. coerulea



Laelia pumila var. coerulea:


Complete Name: Laelia pumila var. coerulea
Pronunciation of Genus: Lay’-lee-ah
AKA: Cattleya pumila, Bletia pumila
Category: Cattleya Alliance
Origin: Brazil
Flower Description: Short inflorescence with 1 to 2 flowers that average 3-4″ (8-10cm) across. The petals and sepals are purple to lavender. Lip is a darker shade. Is found in various color forms.
Season of Bloom: Variable
Mature Size & Habit: Very compact grower;grows to about 8″(20cm)
Species or Hybrid? Species
Type of Fragrance: Sweet
Description of Fragrance: Light floral
Intensity Of Fragrance: Light
When Fragrant: Day
Suitable Growing Area: Windowsill, Lights, Greenhouse
Ease of Culture: Intermediate. Orchids in this category are recommended to growers who have mastered growing at least a few of the easier ones in the Easy category. They frequently have higher light and humidity requirements. They can usually be grown on a bright windowsill (east or south facing). They may be more particular in their cultural requirements to insure re-blooming.
Light Requirement: Medium to high. At least several hours of a bright south facing window with light diffused curtain, between 2000-3500 foot-candles. Top of foliage should be as close as possible from a 4-tube standard fluorescent light setup. Orchids should be placed at the center of the growing lights where it is the brightest. Can also be grown under HID (high intensity discharge lights) or VHO or T5 fluorescents. This level of light casts a very sharp shadow with the hand test. Use 50% shade on greenhouse.
Temperature Preference: Intermediate. Night temperatures: 55°-60°F (13°-16°C); Day temperatures: 10°-15°F (5°-8°C) warmer than night temperatures.
Potting Medium: Medium grade, fast draining ephiphyic mix in pots or mounted.
Cultural Tips: Should be grown on the dry side during the winter.
History: Originally described by William Hooker in 1839.


Photo and information courtesy of Steven A. Frowine
from his book “Fragrant Orchids”





Orchid of the Day
Laelia perrinii



Laelia perrinii: A compact grower and not yet commonly grown, Laelia perrinii, has a light, spicy, pleasant scent. There is also a rare white form of this species.

A compact grower and not yet commonly grown, Laelia perrinii, has a light, spicy, pleasant scent.

Complete Name: Laelia perrinii
Pronunciation of Genus: Lay’-lee-ah
AKA: Cattleya perrinii, Cattleya intermedia var. angustifiolia
Common Name: Perrin’s Laelia
Category: Cattleya Alliance
Origin: Central Brazil
Description and Qualities: There is also a rare white form of this species.
Flower Description: Has fine lavender flowers measuring up to 6″ (15cm) with lips that are trumpet shaped, edged with deep violet and white in the throat. There are several color forms including a white(alba) and a blue (coerulea).
Season of Bloom: Fall
Mature Size & Habit: Plants reach about 6″ (15cm) high.
Species or Hybrid? Species
Type of Fragrance: Sweet
Description of Fragrance: Spicy floral
Intensity Of Fragrance: Light
When Fragrant: Day
Suitable Growing Area: Windowsill, Greenhouse
Ease of Culture: Easy. These orchids are especially recommended for the new orchid grower. They are tolerant of varying light conditions, usually medium to low intensity, can be grown in the home in most windowsills or under fluorescent light set-ups, do not have high humidity, adapt well to average room temperatures, and will dependably re-bloom with a modicum of care.
Light Requirement: Medium to high. At least several hours of a bright south facing window with light diffused curtain, between 2000-3500 foot-candles. Top of foliage should be as close as possible from a 4-tube standard fluorescent light setup. Orchids should be placed at the center of the growing lights where it is the brightest. Can also be grown under HID (high intensity discharge lights) or VHO or T5 fluorescents. This level of light casts a very sharp shadow with the hand test. Use 50% shade on greenhouse.
Temperature Preference: Intermediate. Night temperatures: 55°-60°F (13°-16°C); Day temperatures: 10°-15°F (5°-8°C) warmer than night temperatures.
Potting Medium: Medium grade epiphytic mix.
Cultural Tips: Naturally grows in warm, wet summers and cooler, drier winters.
History: Described by J. Bateman in 1847 who named it after a gardener, Mr. Perrin, who worked for a Mr. R. Harrison.


Photo and information courtesy of Steven A. Frowine
from his book “Fragrant Orchids”





Orchid of the Day
Laelia esalqueana



Laelia esalqueana: Bright yellow pixie flowers sparkle in strong light. This baby sized laelia has been used as a parent to breed miniature cattleyas (minicatts).

Bright yellow pixie flowers sparkle in strong light.

Complete Name: Laelia esalqueana
Pronunciation of Genus: Lay’-lee-ah
Common Name: Esalqueana Laelia
Origin: Brazil
Description and Qualities: This baby sized laelia has been used as a parent to breed miniature cattleyas (minicatts).
Flower Description: Bright, orange yellow flowers are about 1 1/4″ (3 cm) across.
Season of Bloom: Spring to Summer
Plant Size Category: Miniature. Miniatures are up to 3″ (7.5 cm.) high and/or wide.
Mature Size & Habit: Up to about 3″ (7.5 cm) tall. Leaves are thick and succulent.
Species or Hybrid? Species
Ease of Culture: Intermediate. Orchids in this category are recommended to growers who have mastered growing at least a few of the easier ones in the Easy category. They frequently have higher light and humidity requirements. They can usually be grown on a bright windowsill (east or south facing). They may be more particular in their cultural requirements to insure re-blooming.
Light Requirement: Medium to high. At least several hours of a bright south facing window with light diffused curtain, between 2000-3500 foot-candles. Top of foliage should be as close as possible from a 4-tube standard fluorescent light setup. Orchids should be placed at the center of the growing lights where it is the brightest. Can also be grown under HID (high intensity discharge lights) or VHO or T5 fluorescents. This level of light casts a very sharp shadow with the hand test. Use 50% shade on greenhouse.
Temperature Preference: Cool to intermediate. Night temperatures: 55°F (13°C); Day temperatures: 10°-15°F (5°-8°C) warmer than night temperatures.
Potting Medium: Fine textured, very well drained medium. Clay pots are used frequently to insure that the plants dry off adequately between waterings
Cultural Tips: Should have dry winter rest to trigger spring blooming. During this period plant can be misted to prevent the pseudobulbs from shriveling.
History: First described by Blumenschein in 1960. It was thought extinct until it was later rediscovered by Dr. Jack Fowlie.


Photo and information courtesy of Steven A. Frowine
from his book “Miniature Orchids”





Orchid of the Day
Laelia dayana



Laelia dayana: The parallel dark red veining in this lip of this miniature is quite striking. A very compact orchid species that is not seen in many collections today. It frequently has drooping petals and many times the flower parts reflex.

The parallel dark red veining in this lip of this miniature is quite striking.

Complete Name: Laelia dayana
Pronunciation of Genus: Lay’-lee-ah
AKA: Laelia pumila var. dayana
Common Name: Day’s Laelia
Origin: Brazil
Description and Qualities: A very compact orchid species that is not seen in many collections today. It frequently has drooping petals and many times the flower parts reflex.
Flower Description: Flower colors are variable from rosy pink to mauve and are about 2″ (5 cm) across. The lip is purple with a white throat with prominent red veins.
Season of Bloom: Spring to Summer
Plant Size Category: Dwarf. Dwarfs are 3″ to 8″ (20 cm.) high and/or wide.
Mature Size & Habit: About 6″ tall.
Species or Hybrid? Species
Ease of Culture: Intermediate. Orchids in this category are recommended to growers who have mastered growing at least a few of the easier ones in the Easy category. They frequently have higher light and humidity requirements. They can usually be grown on a bright windowsill (east or south facing). They may be more particular in their cultural requirements to insure re-blooming.
Light Requirement: Medium. Very bright east facing window with at least 8 hours of diffused sunlight or a south facing window with light diffused curtain, between 1500-3000 foot-candles. Top of foliage should be 6″ from a 4-tube fluorescent light setup. Orchids should be placed at the center of the growing lights where it is the brightest. Can also be grown under HID (high intensity discharge lights.) Casts a very distinguishable shadow with the hand test. Use 60% shade on greenhouse.
Temperature Preference: Intermediate. Night temperatures: 55°-60°F (13°-16°C); Day temperatures: 10°-15°F (5°-8°C) warmer than night temperatures.
Potting Medium: Usually mounted but can be grown in pots with very well drained medium texture medium.
Cultural Tips: A dry winter rest helps trigger early spring flowering.
History: Discovered in 1876 by Boxall in Brazil.


Photo and information courtesy of Steven A. Frowine
from his book “Miniature Orchids”



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