Species Orchid, Rosy Tinted Laelia

Laeliarubescens

Family
Orchidaceae (or-kid-AY-see-ee)
Genus
Laelia (LAY-lee-uh)
Species
rubescens (roo-BES-enz)
Synonym
Laelia acuminata
Laelia inconspicua
Laelia peduncularis
Laelia pubescens
Laelia violacea
Sun Exposure
Light Shade
Foliage
Evergreen
Smooth
Height
6-12 in. (15-30 cm)
Spacing
6-9 in. (15-22 cm)
9-12 in. (22-30 cm)
Hardiness
Not Applicable
Bloom Color
Pink
Dark Purple/Black
Bloom Time
Late Summer/Early Fall
Mid Fall
Other Details
Category
Tropicals and Tender Perennials
Epiphytes
Water Requirements
Average Water Needs; Water regularly; do not overwater
Foliage Color
Where to Grow
Bloom Characteristics
Bloom Size
Other details
Soil pH requirements
6.1 to 6.5 (mildly acidic)
6.6 to 7.5 (neutral)
Patent Information
Propagation Methods
By dividing rhizomes, tubers, corms or bulbs (including offsets)
From seed; germinate in vitro in gelatin, agar or other medium
Seed Collecting
Bag seedheads to capture ripening seed
Seed does not store well; sow as soon as possible
Regional

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(Zone 11) | June 2004 | neutral

A heavy bloomer, for a Laelia. Originary from Mexico and Central America, it is a medium sized plant, with a long inflorescence, bearing ...Read More

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