Overview
Cattleya Clarkiae gx 'Intensa' is a epiphytic, upright stems conservatory greenhouse in the genus Cattleya, part of the Orchidaceae family, with evergreen, leathery leaves foliage. Cattleya Clarkiae gx 'Intensa' grows best in full sun and partial shade, and tolerates loam soils and neutral pH. Its UK hardiness is rated H1b. Suggested uses include indoor plant and conservatory plant.
About
Cattleya Clarkiae gx 'Intensa' is a cultivar of the Cattleya genus, tropical epiphytic orchids native to South and Central America. This plant features upright stems with evergreen, leathery leaves and produces large flowers atop mature pseudobulbs. Suited for indoor cultivation, it thrives in conservatories or as a houseplant under bright indirect light with orchid bark as a growing medium. It prefers moist but well-drained loam soil with neutral pH and benefits from a sheltered, south- or east-facing aspect. Hardy to UK zone H1b, it can be propagated by division or backbulbs and offers seasonal interest throughout the year.
Growing conditions
Best soil and position for Cattleya
- Sunlight
- Full sun, Partial shade
- Soil type
- Loam
- Soil pH
- Neutral
- Soil moisture
- Moist but well-drained
- Aspect
- South-facing, East-facing
- Exposure
- Sheltered
- UK hardiness
- H1b
Plant details
Cattleya Clarkiae gx 'Intensa' size, habit and characteristics
- Plant type
- Conservatory Greenhouse, Houseplants
- Habit
- Epiphytic, Upright stems
- Foliage
- Evergreen, Leathery leaves
- Suggested uses
- Indoor plant, Conservatory plant
Care notes
Pruning and caring for Cattleya Clarkiae gx 'Intensa'
- Propagation
- Division, Backbulbs
- Pest resistance
- Moderate
- Disease resistance
- Moderate
Frequently asked questions
Where is the best place to plant Cattleya Clarkiae gx 'Intensa'?
Cattleya Clarkiae gx 'Intensa' prefers full sun and partial shade. It suits sheltered positions.
What soil does Cattleya Clarkiae gx 'Intensa' need?
Cattleya Clarkiae gx 'Intensa' grows best in loam soil. It prefers neutral soil. Aim for soil that stays moist but well-drained.
Is Cattleya Clarkiae gx 'Intensa' hardy in the UK?
Cattleya Clarkiae gx 'Intensa' has an RHS hardiness rating of H1b, meaning it needs subtropical warmth of 10–15°C and must be grown under glass in the UK.
How do I propagate Cattleya Clarkiae gx 'Intensa'?
Division, Backbulbs.
More in the Cattleya genus
- Cattleya gaskelliana
- Cattleya labiata 'Hercules'
- Cattleya labiata 'Mrs Gustave H. Müller'
- Cattleya labiata 'Purity'
- Cattleya lawrenceana
- Cattleya lueddemanniana
- Cattleya mendelii 'Mrs Frederick Knollys'
- Cattleya mendelii 'Queen Alexandra'