Brassocattleya Vigour Nobeling

Parentage:

• Seed parent: Brassavola nodosa

• Pollen parent: Cattleya ‘C. G. Roebling’

Ancestral breakdown:

• Brassavola nodosa contributes about 50 % of the bloodline

• Cattleya gaskelliana contributes about 25 %

• Cattleya purpurata contributes about 25 %

Care Tips:

• Light:

  • Bright, indirect light (like filtered sunlight).

  • Avoid harsh midday sun to prevent leaf burn.

  • Ideal: east or west-facing window.

• Watering:

  • Water thoroughly when the potting medium is almost dry.

  • Let roots and media dry slightly between waterings.

  • Ensure excellent drainage; never let roots sit in water.

• Temperature & Humidity:

  • Daytime: 65–85 °F (18–29 °C).

  • Nighttime: slightly cooler to help induce flowering.

  • Humidity: 50–70%, with good air circulation.

• Potting Medium & Repotting:

  • Use a well-draining orchid mix: bark chips, charcoal, perlite.

  • Repot every 1–2 years or when media breaks down.

  • Containers should have ample drainage holes.

• Fertilizing:

  • Feed with diluted, balanced orchid fertilizer every 1–2 weeks during active growth.

  • Reduce fertilization in less active periods.

• Post-Bloom Care:

  • Allow the plant a rest period after flowering with slightly reduced watering and fertilization.

  • Prune dead or old growth to encourage new development.

  • Support flower spikes if buds are heavy.

• General Tips:

  • Maintain airflow to prevent fungal or bacterial issues.

  • Monitor leaf color: bright green = good light, yellowish = too much, dark green = too little.