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So my feelings towards mendelii are mixed. I find the flower form lacking advancement in the species, so in line breeding any advancement may have to be hard won. Focus on the improvement of petal size and form would be significant. However, I find that mendelii has strength as it is somewhat vigorous as a grower and blooms unhindered, and seems not to attract pest or infection even when others around it need to be treated. Flower longevity is good, and division and repotting seems only a minor setback to this species. The large plant of Dr.Ee below was divided into 2 plants and both are progressing well. I would recommend the species to most growers as it's difficulty level is low. Cheers.