Cattleya bowringiana

This is an epiphytic/lithophytic species from Honduras and Guatemala where it grows near fast-moving streams. The pseudobulbs of this species are rather swollen and bear large and thick leaves. Up to 20 flowers can be produced, each 8 cm in width, in the autumn and early winter. This species requires intermediate to warm growing conditions.

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Listing Information
Plant ID: 1179
Photographer: HQ