Cattleya Virgen de Guadalupe Laeliocattleya and an elongated pendant pink-mauve

and an elongated pendant pink-mauve labellum

lantern-shaped structure with narrow lateral openings — a highly specialized form adapted for trap pollination by small insects

Avoid direct sunlight which can damage the leaves

Provide consistent lighting for optimal leaf development

Cattleya Virgen de Guadalupe Laeliocattleya and an elongated pendant pink-mauveCattleya Virgen de Guadalupe (Primary Hybrid) Light: Prefers bright, indirect light. Provide strong, dappled sunlight. Insufficient light is the most common reason for failure to flower. If grown indoors, a south facing window with diffused light is often ideal. Temperature: Thrives in intermediate to warm temperatures. Ideal daytime temperatures range between 20 29C (68 85F). A crucial nighttime temperature drop of 10 15C (18 27F) is essential,