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Crimson Cattleya

About Crimson Cattleya

Crimson Cattleya is a relatively rare houseplant 🌿 that needs regular watering to thrive. They do best in abundant sunlight ☀ and should be less than 3 feet from a window.

Crimson Cattleya likes soil that is well draining.

Crimson Cattleya belongs to the Cattleya genus, and is native to Brazil.

Taxonomy

Scientific name

Cattleya labiata

Genus

Cattleya

Family

Orchidaceae

Order

Asparagales

Also known as

Ruby-lipped Cattleya and Cattleya lab

How to care for Crimson Cattleya

💦 Water

How often to water your Crimson Cattleya

Crimson Cattleya needs 0.5 cups of water every 9 when it doesn’t get direct sunlight and is potted in a 5" pot.

Use our water calculator to personalize watering recommendations to your environment or download Greg for more advanced recommendations for all of your plants.

Water 0.5 cups every
9

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☀️ Light

Finding light for Crimson Cattleya in your home

Crimson Cattleya may have difficulty thriving, and will drop leaves 🍃, without ample sunlight.

Place it less than 3 feet from a south-facing window to maximize the potential for growth.

Select your region to see how the current weather in your area affects the placement of Crimson Cattleya in your home 🏡.

🪴 Nutrients

How to fertilize Crimson Cattleya

Nutrient, fertilizer, and repotting needs for Crimson Cattleya: repot after 2X growth

Most potting soils come with ample nutrients which plants use to produce new growth.

By the time your plant has depleted the nutrients in its soil it’s likely grown enough to need a larger pot anyway.

To replenish this plant's nutrients, repot your Crimson Cattleya after it doubles in size or once a year—whichever comes first.

💡 FAQs

💦 Water Needs

Crimson Cattleya prefers for the soil to dry out between waterings and should be watered regularly. Use our water calculator to personalize watering recommendations to your environment or download Greg for more advanced recommendations for all of your plants.

Crimson Cattleya Water Frequency →

Crimson Cattleya Root Rot →

☀️ Sunlight Needs

Crimson Cattleya may have difficulty thriving and will drop leaves 🍃 without ample sunlight. Place it less than 3 feet from a window to maximize the potential for growth. Select your region to see how the current weather in your area affects the placement in your home 🏡.

Crimson Cattleya Light Requirements →

Crimson Cattleya Direct Sunlight Needs & Tolerance →

🐶 🐈 👶 Toxicity

Crimson Cattleya is not known to cause harm to humans or pets. Regardless, if you, a family member, a cat, or dog has ingested any plant material, please consult a doctor or a veterinarian.

🪴 Soil

Crimson Cattleya does best in well-draining soil. A good soil will contain lots of organic matter such as coco coir as well as perlite or vermiculite to help with drainage. Adding a handful of perlite to regular store-bought potting soil should do the trick!

Best Soil Mix for Crimson Cattleya →

When and How to Successfully Repot Crimson Cattleya →

🧐 Troubleshooting

When troubleshooting a sad-looking houseplant, start by checking for signs of distress in its leaves, such as yellowing, browning, or drooping, which can indicate overwatering or nutrient deficiencies.

Inspect the soil moisture; too dry or too wet soil can cause problems.

Ensure the plant is getting the right amount of light, as too much or too little can stress it.

Finally, consider environmental factors like temperature and humidity, and adjust care routines accordingly to revive your plant.