Cattleya loddigesii Trichoceros producing pendant umbellate inflorescences with

producing pendant umbellate inflorescences with several simultaneously opening flowers

often found growing on the forest floor or on trees in its native habitat

tail-like lateral sepals

It forms creeping clumps with widely spaced pseudobulbs

pointed apices

Cattleya loddigesii Trichoceros producing pendant umbellate inflorescences withThis is a classic, medium sized, bifoliate Cattleya species native to Brazil, where it grows as an epiphyte on trees or a lithophyte on rocks. It is highly valued for its waxy, long lasting flowers. Light: Requires bright, medium high to high light (approx. 25,000 50,000 lux). Sturdy growth and reliable flowering depend on providing ample light; foliage should be light green, but avoid leaf scorching. Temperature: Intermediate to warm conditions. The