Overview
Cattleya Kienastiana gx 'Aurora' is a epiphytic, upright stems conservatory greenhouse in the genus Cattleya, part of the Orchidaceae family, with evergreen, leathery leaves foliage. Cattleya Kienastiana gx 'Aurora' 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 Kienastiana gx 'Aurora' is a cultivar of the tropical orchid genus Cattleya, known for its epiphytic habit and upright stems. These plants have evergreen, leathery leaves and produce large, long-lasting flowers atop mature pseudobulbs. Suited to conservatories or as houseplants, they thrive in bright indirect light with orchid bark and require moist but well-drained conditions. This cultivar is hardy to H1b and is best grown in sheltered, south- or east-facing positions with neutral, loamy soil. It can be propagated by division or backbulbs and offers interest throughout all seasons.
About the genus
Cattleya is a genus of orchids from Costa Rica south to Argentina. The genus is abbreviated C in trade journals.
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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 Kienastiana gx 'Aurora' 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 Kienastiana gx 'Aurora'
- Propagation
- Division, Backbulbs
- Pest resistance
- Moderate
- Disease resistance
- Moderate
Frequently asked questions
Where is the best place to plant Cattleya Kienastiana gx 'Aurora'?
Cattleya Kienastiana gx 'Aurora' prefers full sun and partial shade. It suits sheltered positions.
What soil does Cattleya Kienastiana gx 'Aurora' need?
Cattleya Kienastiana gx 'Aurora' grows best in loam soil. It prefers neutral soil. Aim for soil that stays moist but well-drained.
Is Cattleya Kienastiana gx 'Aurora' hardy in the UK?
Cattleya Kienastiana gx 'Aurora' 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 Kienastiana gx 'Aurora'?
Division, Backbulbs.
