Catleanthe Memoria Velasquez

🌸 cattleanthe memoria Velasquez

Bring bold tropical color into your collection with the stunning cattleanthe memoria Velasquez—a vibrant orchid known for its rich purple blooms and classic cattleya-style flowers. This hybrid combines beauty and reliability, making it a favorite for both collectors and beginners.

✨ Plant Highlights

• Large, showy purple blooms with contrasting centers
• Classic orchid shape with a strong, elegant presence
• Blooms can be fragrant under the right conditions
• A rewarding grower that can bloom multiple times a year once established

🌿 Plant Details

• Genus: Cattleanthe (Cattleya hybrid)
• Plant Type: Epiphytic orchid
• Pot Size: (add your size here)
• Growth Stage: Established plant

☀️ LIGHT

Bright, indirect light. Can tolerate some gentle morning sun. More light encourages blooming.

💧 WATER

Water when the media is nearly dry. Orchids prefer a wet/dry cycle—do not keep constantly soggy.

💨 HUMIDITY & TEMP

• Humidity: 50–70% preferred
• Temperature: 65–85°F
• Good airflow is essential

🌱 SOIL / MEDIA

Best grown in orchid bark mix or mounted. Needs excellent drainage.

🌼 FERTILIZER

Feed lightly during active growth with a balanced orchid fertilizer (every 2–4 weeks).

⚠️ TROUBLESHOOTING

• Wrinkled pseudobulbs → needs more water
• No blooms → increase light
• Root rot → reduce watering and improve airflow

🛒 WHAT YOU’LL RECEIVE

• Healthy, rooted plant
• Grown and shipped with care from Mulliken Nursery

💡 NOTE

Photos shown are examples of mature blooms. Your plant may not be in bloom at time of purchase.

📦 Shipping Note:
Orders ship Mondays & Tuesdays to avoid plants sitting over the weekend.