Sophronitis coccinea 'Fourth Dimension'

Sophronitis coccinea is a miniature orchid species from Brazil that is related to the Cattleyas and has been much hybridized with them to produce miniature plants and sunset colors. The species is increasing rare in the wild due to illegal over-collecting, but is fairly common in cultivation and has been much interbred by the Japanese to produce plants of superior shape and color that are more warmth tolerant. It tends to be a bit temperamental but when given cooler temperatures and fairly even moisture will do well. This plant is 9-10 cm tall, typical for the species and the flowers about 6 cm across, and it a selected clone.

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