RHH's photos with the keyword: tetraploid

Now known as Cattleya sophronitis, this Brazilian species has been used to breed reds into the Cattleya alliance, but is spectacular in its own right. This clone is the result of intensive breeding and is a tetraploid with very heavy substance and excellent form. orchidsinbloom-ron.blogspot.com/2013/02/sophronitis-cocci...

One more shot of my tetraploid Sophronitis. The blooms were slightly misshapen this time, though I have no idea why, but are still striking. The plant is in our local show tomorrow. orchidsinbloom-ron.blogspot.com/2013/02/sophronitis-cocci...