Cattleya percivaliana tuoksuva

The Cattleya percivaliana orchid, also known as the "Christmas orchid" because it blooms during that time of year, is one of the best Cattleya species for growing, being very hardy and adaptable. Its flowers have a scent of citrus and spices, one of the most memorable orchid fragrances.

A fascinating species full of history, C. percivaliana comes from Venezuela and appears in a wide range of colors (mainly different shades of lavender). The most beautiful and colorful part of this orchid is the lip/labellum, memorably described as "a Persian carpet dominated by bright colors" (by Reichenbach, the great botanist specialized in orchids). Surely, an orchid cannot be described better! Being one of the smaller Cattleya species, it grows compactly (excellent for windowsills), and you can have a plant that produces many flowers in a 10 cm pot.

The flowers naturally show color variations.

Flower size: 11+ cm
Fragrant flowers: YES

Check the care guide for Cattleya orchids here.

Stock specimens have 2-3 leaves with defects.