Laelia purpurata var striata

Description

2″ pot. This Brazilian species is sometimes referred to as the “Queen of the Laelias”. Flowers are borne in spring and summer in clusters of 3-5 flowers. Each flower is up to 5-7” across, white with a bright pink lip. The striata variety has pink striping on the petals and sepals. These are some of the largest and most beautiful flowers of any Laelia. Like other Laelias, it is highly temperature- and drought-tolerant once established. Young seedlings.