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Cattleya jenmanii

Discussion in 'Orchid Species' started by Boytjie, Feb 13, 2010.

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  1. Feb 13, 2010 #1
    Boytjie

    Boytjie Out hiking Supporting Member

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    First bloom for this one. It had a rough summer; was an eBay purchase and arrived with almost no roots intact. I nursed it along, and it gave me two 4-1/2" blooms. Definitely not complaining! ;)
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  2. Feb 13, 2010 #2
    Dave

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    Very nice species.

    This species is "famous" for blooming even when the plant is in poor condition. Of all the labiate Cattleyas this is by far the toughest for me to grow well - I have no idea why. Anyone else have this experience or have recommendations?
     
  3. Feb 13, 2010 #3
    Aceetobe

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    You need to grow it hot, and actually not quite as bright as other cattleyas.

    Mine thrives in my GH which is lowland temps.
     
  4. Feb 13, 2010 #4
    Jean

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    Lovely!
     
  5. Feb 13, 2010 #5
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    Cut them off and let it put the energy into making roots.
     
  6. Feb 13, 2010 #6
    Boytjie

    Boytjie Out hiking Supporting Member

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    I had actually considered that, but the roots are looking okay now, so I think I'll let it bloom out.
     
  7. Feb 14, 2010 #7
    abaxter

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    I didn't have any success with this one until I mounted it on cork with a very tiny bit
    of sphag. and hung it on a rack. It's doing beautifully now.