Cattleya purpurata rubra 001539 x self Cattleya Smile Again and C

Smile Again and C

creamy white to pale yellow flowers

fused sepals that form a distinctive triangular

Excellent beginner-friendly alternative to Monstera deliciosa with similar aesthetic appeal

bilobed lateral sepal formation in vivid iridescent red-magenta

Cattleya purpurata rubra 001539 x self Cattleya Smile Again and CThis is a famous Brazilian epiphytic species known as the "Queen of the Laelias." It's easy to grow and valued for its large flowers. This specific cross, a self pollination of the rubra '001539' clone, is highly sought after for the consistency of its deep reddish purple lip color. Light: Bright, indirect light. The plant benefits from a few hours of gentle morning sun. Temperature: Intermediate to warm. Ideally daytime temperatures between 68 86F