Brassia Nanboh Breeze (Brassia Rex x Brassia Eternal Wind)

Origin and Classification

 
 Hybrid name : Brassia Nanboh Breeze (abbreviated Brs. Nanboh Breeze ).
 
 Parents : Brassia Rex × Brassia Eternal Wind .
 
 Origin : Created by Ohba Orch. in 2001
 
 Family : Orchidaceae, subtribe Oncidiinae.
 
 Nickname : "Spider" orchid because of the elongated and narrow shape of its petals and sepals, reminiscent of a spider's legs.

 Appearance

 
 Size : Medium-sized plant, with ovoid or fusiform pseudobulbs.
 
 Leaves : Leathery, lanceolate leaves, light to dark green.
 
 Flowers :
  

   
 Shape : Very long and narrow petals and sepals (up to 50 cm for some clones), spider-like.
   
 Colour : Yellow, pale green, cream, often with brown or purple bars or spots .
   
 Flower size : 10 to 15 cm in diameter (excluding elongated petals).
   
 Arrangement : Flowers grouped on arching flower stalks, which can bear up to 20 flowers per stalk
  

 Culture
 Climate and Environment

 
 Temperature :
  

   
 Daytime : 19-23°C (ideal for growth and flowering).
   
 Night : 13-19°C (a day/night difference of 7-10°C promotes flowering).
   
 Winter : Can withstand temperatures up to 10-16°C at night, but avoid frost.
  
 
 Humidity : 40-60%, ideal to prevent roots and leaves from drying out.
 
 Light : Bright, indirect light (2,000-4,000 lux). Tolerates direct morning or late afternoon sun, but avoids the scorching midday sun.

 Watering

 
 Growth period : Water regularly, allowing the substrate to almost dry out between waterings. Avoid stagnant water to prevent root rot.
 
 Winter rest : Reduce watering for 6-8 weeks after flowering, keeping the substrate slightly moist.

 Substrate

 
 Type : Highly draining mix for epiphytic orchids:
  

   
 Coarse pine bark (50%).
   
 Charcoal (20%).
   
 Sphagnum moss or coconut fiber (20%).
   
 Perlite or clay pebbles (10%) to improve drainage.
  
 
 Repotting : Every 2 years, or when the substrate deteriorates.