Chysis bractescens
A rare and elegant species with arching, cane-like pseudobulbs and clusters of creamy white flowers marked with yellow and orange in the lip. Flowers have a sweet fragrance and appear in spring before new growth emerges.
Care
- Light: Bright, filtered light; protect from strong midday sun.
- Water: Keep moist during growth; reduce slightly after flowering but do not allow to dry out completely.
- Temperature: Intermediate to warm (12–30 °C).
- Media: Fine to medium orchid mix in a well-drained pot, or mounted with moisture-retentive backing.
- Fertiliser: Use a balanced fertiliser during active growth, lighter feeding after flowering.
Key Characteristics
- Flower Size: 4–5 cm
- Colour: Creamy white with yellow-orange lip markings
- Spike Habit: Arching racemes from mature pseudobulbs
- Blooming Season: Late winter to spring (Aug–Sept)
- Fragrance: Sweet, pleasant
- Plant Size: Medium, with arching pseudobulbs
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Chysis bractescens
A rare and elegant species with arching, cane-like pseudobulbs and clusters of creamy white flowers marked with yellow and orange in the lip. Flowers have a sweet fragrance and appear in spring before new growth emerges.
Care
- Light: Bright, filtered light; protect from strong midday sun.
- Water: Keep moist during growth; reduce slightly after flowering but do not allow to dry out completely.
- Temperature: Intermediate to warm (12–30 °C).
- Media: Fine to medium orchid mix in a well-drained pot, or mounted with moisture-retentive backing.
- Fertiliser: Use a balanced fertiliser during active growth, lighter feeding after flowering.
Key Characteristics
- Flower Size: 4–5 cm
- Colour: Creamy white with yellow-orange lip markings
- Spike Habit: Arching racemes from mature pseudobulbs
- Blooming Season: Late winter to spring (Aug–Sept)
- Fragrance: Sweet, pleasant
- Plant Size: Medium, with arching pseudobulbs
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Description
A rare and elegant species with arching, cane-like pseudobulbs and clusters of creamy white flowers marked with yellow and orange in the lip. Flowers have a sweet fragrance and appear in spring before new growth emerges.
Care
- Light: Bright, filtered light; protect from strong midday sun.
- Water: Keep moist during growth; reduce slightly after flowering but do not allow to dry out completely.
- Temperature: Intermediate to warm (12–30 °C).
- Media: Fine to medium orchid mix in a well-drained pot, or mounted with moisture-retentive backing.
- Fertiliser: Use a balanced fertiliser during active growth, lighter feeding after flowering.
Key Characteristics
- Flower Size: 4–5 cm
- Colour: Creamy white with yellow-orange lip markings
- Spike Habit: Arching racemes from mature pseudobulbs
- Blooming Season: Late winter to spring (Aug–Sept)
- Fragrance: Sweet, pleasant
- Plant Size: Medium, with arching pseudobulbs
