Cattleya Myrmecophila undulata 'Sharon Laurent'

Myrmecophila undulataOrigin: Costa Rica, Panama, Colombia, Peru, Trinidad, Venezuela, Bolivia Laelia undulata is a stunning orchid species known for its showy flowers and impressive growth habit. Found in the dry deciduous forests of the Pacific slopes at elevations of 600 to 1200 meters, it thrives as both an epiphyte and lithophyte, growing on large branches, tree trunks, or boulders. This large-sized orchid boasts fusiform, tapering pseudobulbs that are deeply sulcate and shiny, carrying 2 to 3 rigid, coriaceous leaves that are elliptic to oblong in shape. During late fall to spring, Laelia undulata produces a long, erect, and racemose inflorescence, 2 to 6 feet (60 to 180 cm) in length. The inflorescence is covered with bracts and holds 20 or more waxy, short-lived flowers at its apex, which may or may not be fragrant. These flowers are typically clustered at the top of the mature pseudobulb and offer a striking display, often admired for their vibrant beauty. Growing Conditions: