Very interesting. Thanks for posting that. The markings on the dorsal are very unique and interesting. I wouldn't be surprised if this species becomes popular, hopefully through propagation instead of poaching.
I appreciate everyone's feedback. Sorry for the delay in replying. See some answers below.
In most cases around a year. This particular plant has excellent roots.
Possibly mechanical damage on that one particular leaf. Virus is always a possibility but not very common in phrags. I...
Tom - I use RO water with the MSU-type fertilizer at approximately the recommended dosage every watering. I also throw in some Epsom salts every few waterings too.
Hi,
Over the past year I've had a few phrags that get random spotting on leaves. See photo below. It looks like something bacterial or maybe some sort of insect biting.
Has anyone seen anything similar or know how to resolve this?
Thanks in advance for any information or advice!
This is the always reliable Cardinale 'Wilcox'. It's a very robust grower that busted out of its pot this year. I don't ever remember another phrag doing that.
I didn't care for this one the first time it bloomed. It's a lot better the second time though as the division has grown quite a bit now. It's a fairly easy grower.
Amazingly large flowers and amazing fragrance. This one was quite an experience. If you don't have a Stanhopea in your collection it's time to make room for one!