Gongora pardina Lycaste adding an element of whimsy

adding an element of whimsy to the diverse world of orchid cultivation

Features medium-sized pale green to cream flowers with a distinctive white lip that has fringed edges

reflexed petals and a broad lip

Renowned for its unique and intricate flowers

Gongora pardina Lycaste adding an element of whimsyA species native to the cloud forests of Ecuador, producing pendulous racemes of fragrant, waxy flowers with spotted, spreading sepals and a sculptural, clawed lip. The ribbed, ovoid pseudobulbs bear broad, pleated leaves with prominent venation. Light: Bright indirect light with 5060% shade cloth; avoid direct midday sun, which can scorch the pleated leaves. Temperature: 5977F (1525C); intermediate warm grower with good tolerance for warm days