Description

The Cattleya Love Castle ‘Kurenai’ is a compact and charming hybrid orchid, perfect for collectors and enthusiasts of exotic plants. This miniature Cattleya stands out for its large and vibrant flowers in intense magenta tones, beautifully contrasting with its lush green foliage. Originating from crossings between Cattleya Psyche and Cattleya José Dias Castro, the Cattleya Love Castle ‘Kurenai’ is an easy-to-grow plant, ideal for apartments and well-lit indoor environments.

Characteristics of Cattleya Love Castle ‘Kurenai’:

• Size: Considered a miniature, the plant reaches about 20 cm in height, making it perfect for tables, shelves, and vertical gardens.
• Flowers: The large and showy flowers bloom in erect clusters, featuring wide and rounded petals in deep magenta, almost red. The lip, in contrast, may exhibit nuances of velvety red with delicate brown stripes in the center.
• Flowering: Flowering occurs several times a year, providing long periods of vibrant colors that beautify any environment.
• Fragrance: The Cattleya Love Castle ‘Kurenai’ has a sweet and soft floral perfume, adding a pleasant fragrance to its surroundings.

Caring for Cattleya Love Castle ‘Kurenai’:

• Light: Prefers bright indirect light. Avoid direct sunlight for extended periods as it can burn the leaves. Filtered light near east-facing windows or diffused light in indoor environments is ideal.
• Irrigation: Keep the substrate moist, but not waterlogged. Water the plant when the substrate is almost dry to the touch, using warm water.
• Fertilization: During the growing season, provide a specific orchid fertilizer diluted in water every two weeks. Reduce the frequency of fertilization in winter.
• Temperature: The ideal temperature ranges between 18°C and 27°C. Avoid extreme temperatures as they can affect flowering.
• Humidity: Cattleya Love Castle ‘Kurenai’ appreciates moderate humidity. Use a humidifier or place the pot on a tray with water and pebbles to increase air humidity.
• Substrate: Use a lightweight and well-draining substrate, such as a mixture of pine bark and sphagnum.
• Repotting: Repot the orchid every two or three years or when the pot becomes overcrowded, using a pot with good drainage and suitable substrate.

Tips for Success with Cattleya Love Castle ‘Kurenai’:

• Provide adequate support for the plant, as its pseudobulbs tend to grow vertically.
• During flowering, avoid moving the plant abruptly as it can affect flower production.
• Carefully observe the plant for signs of pests or diseases and treat them promptly.

Cattleya Love Castle ‘Kurenai’ in Your Home:

With its vibrant colors, compact size, and abundant flowering, the Cattleya Love Castle ‘Kurenai’ is a perfect orchid for both beginner and experienced collectors. Easy to care for and adapted to indoor environments, this plant adds a touch of sophistication and exotic beauty to any décor.

Available at Tropical Orchids Portugal:

Get your Cattleya Love Castle ‘Kurenai’ now and bring home the charm and unique beauty of this miniature orchid.