This genus consists of around 50 species of mostly epiphytic orchids, occurring naturally from Central America to Brazil and Argentina. They are a popular group, appreciated for their easily grown, showy, and colorful flowers. Most have elongated bulblike stems, which bear 1, sometimes 2, thick semi-rigid leaves. Rather beautiful flowers are borne from the apex, or tip, of the stem, and they can vary greatly in size and color. Shades of white, pink, purple, and yellow are common, through with the introduction of the Laeliacattleya hybrids, wich are a result of interbreeding between the Laelia and Cattleya genera, there are now even more colors to choose from.
CULTIVATION
Most Laelia species require bright, warm, and moist conditions while the plants are in active growth during the summer months; cool dry conditions are best during winter, when most species are dormant. Cultivated plants must have drainage that is unimpeded, and they can be mounted or grown in pots using a coarse bark-based medium.
Top Tip
In general, Laelia plants do not like being disturbed. They need bright light, and will withstand long periods of drought. Apply a nitrogen fertilizer in summer.
CULTIVATION
Most Laelia species require bright, warm, and moist conditions while the plants are in active growth during the summer months; cool dry conditions are best during winter, when most species are dormant. Cultivated plants must have drainage that is unimpeded, and they can be mounted or grown in pots using a coarse bark-based medium.
Top Tip
In general, Laelia plants do not like being disturbed. They need bright light, and will withstand long periods of drought. Apply a nitrogen fertilizer in summer.
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