Cattleya quadricolor Ada orbicular leaves display strongly marked

orbicular leaves display strongly marked parallel longitudinal veins

Reduce slightly in winter without allowing complete drying

lance-shaped leaves with a smooth

needing intermediate-temperature rehydration before being potted into a coarse

which can scorch the large pleated leaves

Cattleya quadricolor Ada orbicular leaves display strongly markedA highly elegant species native to the cloud forests of South America, producing compact, upright pseudobulbs with thick foliage. The magnificent, fragrant spring flowers do not open fully, keeping a distinctive, highly attractive bell shape featuring wide petals and a multi colored lip. Light: Bright indirect light with 4060% shade cloth; avoid direct sun, which can stress the compact foliage. Temperature: 5979F (1526C); an intermediate to warm