CATTLEYA SPECIES 
C. Speciosissima (Syn. Luedemanniana) (Venezuela) June-July. 
Large flowers. Flesh colored; lip trumpet-—shaped, rich with 
amethyst and white, yellow and amethyst in center. Variable. 
Plenty of light and air, but slightly warmer conditions. 
Moderation in watering, as with Trianae and Mossiae. Night 
tempersture (winter) approximately 60°. 
C. Gaskelliana (Venezuela) Aug.-Sept. Resembles Mossiae, 
but quite variable. Very large flowers. Whitish to Rose-— 
Purple; throat streaked with yellow. Handsome. Scented. 
Moderate conditions, but less water than for other Cattleyas; 
and practically dry when resting. Cooler than other Cattleyas, 
with a night temperature (winter) approximately 50°. 
C. Bowringeana (British Honduras) Oct.-Nov. Smaller flowers 
in clusters. Rose-purple; lip darker toward front, throat 
lighter. 
Often found growing near streams and waterfalls; therefore, 
should never be too dry, except right after flowering. 
Night temperature (winter) approximately 50°. 
C. Percivalliana (Venezuela) December. Medium-sized 
flowers. Deep Rose, frilly lip, throat crimson and gold. 
Sometimes called the "Christmas Orchid." 
Plenty of light and air, but a little less water than for 
Trianae or Mossiae. Night temperature (winter) 50°-55°, 
The minimum temperatures suggested above are those considered 
to be ideal. However, many growers adjust these temperatures 
to suit their individual circumstances. By shifting your 
plants about, it is possible to give each type approximately 
the temperature it requires. 
