Lycaste virginalis var rosea x Lycaste skinneri alba

Lycaste virginalis
(Epiphytic/terrestrial orchid, lot of 14 in vitro plants – or more)
1. Identification and Origin
 
 
Scientific name: Lycaste virginalis (Lindl.) Lindl.
 
 
Origin: Rainforests of Mexico and Central America.
 
 
Natural habitat: Epiphytic or terrestrial, between 1,200 and 2,000 m in altitude, in shaded and well-drained areas.

2. Appearance
 
 
Size: 30–50 cm in height.
 
 
Pseudobulbs: Oval, pale green, 8–12 cm long.
 
 
Leaves: Leathery, plicate (folded), dark green, 20–30 cm long.
 
 
Flowers: Large (10–14 cm in diameter), white to cream, fragrant.
 
 
Blooming: Spring.

3. Cultivation Conditions (Lot of 14 in vitro plants)
Temperature
 
 
Day: 18–24°C.
 
 
Night: 12–15°C.
 
 
To avoid: <10°C or >28°C.

Humidity
 
 
Ideal rate: 70–80%.

Light
 
 
Intensity: Filtered light (east/west window).
 
 
To avoid: Direct sunlight during hot hours.

Watering
 
 
Post-deflasking / Post-transplanting: Moderate watering, allow to dry out slightly between waterings.

Fertilizer
 
 
Guideline: Start applying fertilizer only when new roots emerge and at a reduced 1/2 dose, strictly during the growth period.

Ventilation
 
 
Acclimation: Gradually increase ventilation after transplanting.

Repotting
 
 
Substrate: Fine bark + perlite + charcoal.