Cattleya Mildred Rives

Cattleya Mildred RivesThis famous classic hybrid is the cross of C. Rita Renee C. Bou Philippo. It is highly regarded for its large, showy, and fragrant blooms, combining several large flowered Cattleya species to create vigorous growth and excellent flower quality. Light: Very bright light is required. It can tolerate a bit of direct morning or late afternoon sun, but you must protect it from intense midday sun. Temperature: Intermediate to Warm. Day: 70 85F (21 29C).

This famous classic hybrid is the cross of C. Rita Renee × C. Bou Philippo. It is highly regarded for its large, showy, and fragrant blooms, combining several large-flowered Cattleya species to create vigorous growth and excellent flower quality.

• Light: Very bright light is required. It can tolerate a bit of direct morning or late afternoon sun, but you must protect it from intense midday sun.
• Temperature: Intermediate to Warm. Day: 70-85°F (21-29°C). Night: 55-65°F (13-18°C). A 10-15°F dop is essential for blooming.
• Humidity: High (50-80%) humidity is ideal. Excellent air circulation is mandatory.
• Watering: Water thoroughly when the potting mix is almost completely dry. Reduce watering frequency slightly in winter.

Additional Notes

Known for producing exceptionally large (up to 7 inches), full-shaped flowers that are often white or pale lavender with a deep magenta or purple lip and yellow throat. The blooms are strongly fragrant and generally appear in the late winter to spring.