Gongora irmgardiae x seideliana

Orchid in in vitro culture – Lot of 15 plants minimum

Gongora irmgardiae × Gongora seideliana

Complete technical sheet

Origin and classification Horticultural hybrid: Cross between Gongora irmgardiae (Colombia) and Gongora seideliana (Mexico). Objective: Combine the compactness and fragrant flowers of G. irmgardiae with the size and robustness of G. seideliana. Classification: Orchidaceae family, Epidendroideae subfamily, Stanhopeinae tribe. Characteristics of the parents Gongora irmgardiae Origin: Colombia (1,000–1,500 m). Appearance: Size: Small (20–30 cm), conical pseudobulbs (8–10 cm). Leaves: 2 per pseudobulb, leathery, dark green. Flowers: Reddish-brown to purple, contrasting lip, spicy fragrance.

Culture: Temperature: Intermediate (18–25°C). Humidity: 70–80%.

Gongora seideliana Origin: Mexico (Chiapas). Appearance: Size: Medium (30–40 cm), conical pseudobulbs (10–12 cm). Leaves: 2 per pseudobulb, leathery, dark green. Flowers: Yellowish-brown to olive green, spotted lip, light fragrance.

Culture: Temperature: Intermediate to warm (20–28°C). Humidity: 70–85%.

Expected hybrid (Gongora irmgardiae × seideliana) Appearance: Size: Medium (25–40 cm), conical pseudobulbs. Leaves: 2 per pseudobulb, leathery, dark green. Flowers: Color: Reddish-brown to olive green, spotted or contrasting lip. Shape: Typical of Gongora ("shoe-shaped" lip). Fragrance: Spicy or waxy.

Blooming: Spring–summer, in pendulous clusters. Duration: 1–2 weeks per flower. Culture (for 15 in vitro plants) Temperature:

Day: 22–28°C. Night: 16–20°C (difference of 6–8°C). To avoid: <15°C or >32°C.

Humidity: 70–85% (humidifier or terrarium recommended).

Light:

Intensity: 20,000–30,000 lux (filtered). Source: East/west window or horticultural LEDs.

Watering:

Growth: Every 2–3 days (let dry slightly). Rest: 1–2 times/week. Method: Misting or quick soaking.

Substrate:

Hanging basket: Coarse bark (70%), perlite (20%), charcoal (10%). Mount: Cork plaque or tree fern. Repotting: Every 2–3 years, in spring.

Fertilization:

Growth: Balanced fertilizer (20-20-20) diluted to ¼, every week. Rest: Every 2–3 weeks.

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