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Intermediate Cattleya (Cattleya intermedia)

Intermediate Cattleya (Cattleya intermedia) is a popular orchid species native to Brazil, known for its showy, fragrant flowers in various colors.

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Sunlight

Bright, Indirect

Watering

Moderate

Soil

Orchid bark mix

Temperature

Intermediate

Fertilizer

Moderate

Care Requirements

Light

Bright, Indirect

Provide bright, filtered light, similar to what orchids receive in their natural habitat. Avoid direct sunlight, which can scorch leaves.

Watering

Moderate

Water when the potting medium is nearly dry. Ensure good drainage.

Soil

Orchid bark mix

Temperature

Intermediate

Ideal daytime temperatures range from 20-27°C, with a drop to 13-18°C at night. A temperature difference is crucial for flowering.

Fertilizing

Moderate

Feed with a balanced orchid fertilizer diluted to half strength during the growing season. Reduce frequency in winter.

Plant Overview

Plant Type

Herb

Plant Category

Flowering, Ornamental

Plant Place Type

Pot

Lifespan

Perennial

Plant Height

0.15-0.6 meter

Spread

0.15-0.4 meter

Growth Rate

Moderate

Dormancy

None

Leaf Color

Green

Leaf Type

Foliage

Flower Size

7-15 cm

Optimal Sunlight Lux

7000

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Synonyms
Bletia lindleyana (Rchb.f.) Rchb.f.
Cattleya amabilis B.S.Williams
Cattleya amethystina C.Morren
Cattleya aquinii Barb.Rodr.
Cattleya gibeziae L.Linden & Rodigas
Cattleya lindleyana Rchb.f.
Cattleya maritima Lindl.
Cattleya ovata Lindl.
Epidendrum canaliculatum Vell.
Epidendrum intermedium (Graham ex Hook.) Rchb.f.
Laelia lindleyana (Rchb.f.) G.Nicholson
Taxonomy
  • kingdomPlantae
  • divisionTracheophyta
  • classLiliopsida
  • orderAsparagales
  • familyOrchidaceae
  • genusCattleya
  • speciesCattleya intermedia
Toxicity

Toxic for humans

No

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Toxic for pets

No

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