Cattleya purpurata Rubra x Sanguinea Dracuvallia well-formed flowers often in pure

well-formed flowers often in pure white or creamy white with a striking

Best grown mounted or in small pots to highlight its diminutive size and prolific

while the small hooded dorsal sepal curves forward like a cap and tiny sharp-tipped petals flank the sides — an unmistakably beetle-like silhouette at close range

translucent

Cattleya purpurata Rubra x Sanguinea Dracuvallia well-formed flowers often in pureCattleya purpurata Rubra x Sanguinea is a breathtaking orchid species that combines the rich, deep red coloration of the 'Rubra' variety with the vibrant, fiery tones of 'Sanguinea'. Light: Provide very bright, indirect light or filtered morning sun. Tolerates more sun than other species, but protect from intense afternoon sunlight. Temperature: Maintain intermediate to warm temperatures between 18 28C (65 82F) during the day with nighttime drops of 5