Rlc . Rungnapha Fancy- Blooming Size

Sunset Fire in a Waxy Petal

A classic splash-petal Cattleya hybrid that brings proper tropical drama right to the bench without taking up half the bench space.

The flowers open a rich, clear golden-yellow with vibrant crimson-magenta flaring across the petal tips and an intense ruby lip. The thick, waxy blooms sit flat and hold their form for weeks, anchored by a deep golden-yellow throat that ties the whole display together like a setting sun.

If you like your Cattleya crosses loud, sturdy, and scented like sweet citrus around noon, this one earns its spot quickly. It builds compact, upright pseudobulbs that keep to themselves, putting its energy into rigid flower spikes that carry blooms well above the foliage.

Quick Care Guide

• Light: High and filtered. An east or west window with light sheer filtering, keeping leaves a pale apple-green.

• Water: Drench thoroughly, then allow the potting medium to dry out almost completely before watering again.

• Temperature: Nights 58–65°F, days 70–86°F. A 10–15 degree drop at night encourages clean flower spikes.

• Fertilizer: Balanced orchid fertilizer applied weekly at quarter-strength during active growth.

• Mature size: Pseudobulbs and leaves reach 10 to 12 inches tall; inflorescence holds flowers just above the canopy.