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BRASSIDIUM 
Generic hybrids between the genera Brassia and Onci- 
dium. These are relatively rare in cultivation but are 
most worthy of inclusion in all collections. They are most 
spectacular spray orchids. Culture as for Brassia. 
132—Eetty N. Shiraki (O. Sphacelatum x B. Brachiata)— 
Long sprays of bright yellow {lowers of good size; spring 
flowering. 4” 10.00 
133—O. Lanceanum x B. Braciata—Unflowered to date but 
should produce a spectacular flower. Green and purple in 
color. 3” 7.00 
4” 12.50 
BROUGHTONIA 
Closely allied to Cattleya these are beautiful little plants. 
Best grown on logs they like strong light and a fairly dry 
atmosphere. Flowers are produced in clusters on long 
spikes. They add charm to any collection and the 
hybrids crossed with Cattleyas should prove most in- 
teresting. 
134—Sanguinea (Jamaica)—Flowers 1” or more across, of 
perfect shape with broad lip and petals. Blood color. 
Flowering size on Logs 10.00 
135—C. Bowringiana x B. Lilacina — Semi-dwarf plants; 
large clusters of bright lavender flowers. Dea ey As) 
BLETIA 
A genus of terrestrial orchids closely allied to Phaius. 
Round flat corm like pseudo bulbs. Grow best in strong 
light in a rich compost soil. Keep well watered except 
when dormant. 
136—Purpurea—Spikes to four feet; many flowered. Rosy 
purple, darker lip. Easy culture. 4” 5.00 
CATTLEYA — Species 
Cattleya species and hybrids are among the showiest of 
all orchids. They are the popular florist flower. They 
should be grown in the intermediate to warm house. 
The species require ample water when in growth, but 
much less when dormant. They are among the easiest 
of all orchids to grow. Potting should usually be done 
just after the plant has flowered. Osmunda fibre is the 
preferred potting material although they do equally well 
in Hawaiian tree fern fibre or on logs. 
137—Aurantiaca (Guatemala)—Summer; flowers 2-3”; clear 
orange, in heads of 6 to 10 flowers. Flowering size 7.50 
138—C. Gigas Alba Rochellensis x Gigas Alba Firmin Lam- 
beau F.C.C.R.H.S. — A cross between two of the rarest 
Cattleya species in existance. Both are beautiful pure 
whites. Firmin Lambeau is such a hard thing to predict as 
a parent we cannot guarantee pure whites. However they 
should be white. Very rare and limited in quantity avail- 
able. 3” 8.50 
139—Intermedia (Brazil)—April to May. Light lavender, 
flushed deeper rose. Flowers about 4”. 
Flowering size on logs 5.00 
140—Mossiae var. Wagneri (La Guayra)—The pure white 
form of Mossiae. The grandparent of most white hybrids. 
5” 22.50 
141—Trianae var. Mrs. Dixon—A lovely rare form of this 
fine species. Pure white sepals and petals of wide pro- 
portions; lavender lip. 5” 35.00 
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No. 143A—Cattleya Pavlova 
CATTLEYA HYBRIDS 
While most of the modern Cattleya hybrids contain 
either Laelia or Brassovola, a few containing the straight 
species are still made. These consist for the most part 
of the Alba or pure white forms. They want more water 
than the species as they do not have such a prolonged 
rest period. The pure white forms also require a little 
less light. 
142—Estell Alba (Cowaniae x Edithiae)—A very fine highly 
productive white. Good shape and texture. A favorite for 
fine winter cut flowers. 4” 12.50 
Ly a7 faay) 6” 22.50 
143—Priscilla Ward (Granulosa x Forbesii)—So far these 
have produced 100% green flowers. Very heavy texture; 
about 5” across. Plants dwarf in habit. Spring and summer. 
3” 6.00 4” 10.00 5” 12.50 
143A—Pavlova (Egret x Mossiae Wagneri)—Very heavy 
texture. Pure white flowers. Winter. 4” 12.50 
144—Gladys Tsukamoto x Concinnity—Pure white, orange 
throat. Exceptional production. Winter. 4” 12.50 
145—Hesperus (Enid x Hardyana)—A very heavy-iextured, 
large flower of deep rose lavender with dark lip. 6” 30.00 
146—Armainvillierensis (Gigas x Mendelii)—Terrific pro- 
duction. Flowers twice a year. Large flowers, lavender 
pink in color. 5” 10.00 
147—Granday (Granulosa x Heyday)—Very large lavender 
bronze of the Granulosa type. A distinct novelty. Spring. 
4” 12.50 Sia. 50 
148—Suzanne Hye Alba (Gaskelliana x Mossiae Wagneri)— 
A terrific producer. Flowers pure white with yellow throat. 
Flowers off and on all year. A” 12.50 
