“The Black Orchid”

Plants Available: Growing in 4” pots as pictured. Plants are beginning to spike in July, blooming in August/September. Orders will be filled with plants in spike/bud/bloom as blooming stock and blooming season permit; otherwise, mature plants which have bloomed previously.

Orchid Care: This genus—Monnierara—is a Catasetum type. We grow our Catasetums alongside our Cattleyas during the spring and summer, where they get bright indirect light and are watered and fertilized generously. Plants go dormant, however, during the cooler months and should be provided a significant rest from water and fertilizer after flowering. For more on care of Catasetum types like this, read the AOS Catasetum Culture Sheet which offers details on light, water, fertilizer, and potting.

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