Cattleya purpurata var. werkhauseri 'striata'

Introducing the Cattleya purpurata var. werkhauseri 'striata,' a captivating orchid species renowned for its exquisite white blossoms adorned with delicate slate blue lines on the lip. This remarkable orchid, commonly referred to as Cattleya purpurata v. werkhauseri, hails from the lush landscapes of Brazil, where it thrives in diverse ecological niches. Natural Habitat: Originally discovered in a narrow expanse of coastal wetlands, its natural habitat has since been found to extend eastwards from Santos and further southward, encompassing the states of Sao Paulo, Santa Catarina, and Rio Grande do Sul, all the way to the southern region of Porto Alegre. In these regions, it thrives on ancient towering trees in Rio Grande do Sul, perches on rocky hillsides facing the sea in Santa Catarina, and flourishes in marshy areas in Sao Paulo. Physical Characteristics: This medium-sized epiphytic orchid boasts a height of approximately 100 cm, with a solitary, high-in-the-canopy leaf. Its s