Overview
Cattleya labiata 'Purity' is a epiphytic, upright stems conservatory greenhouse in the genus Cattleya, part of the Orchidaceae family, with evergreen, leathery leaves foliage. Cattleya labiata 'Purity' 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 labiata 'Purity' is a cultivar of the Cattleya genus, tropical orchids native to South and Central America. These epiphytic plants have upright stems with robust, fleshy roots emerging from a thick rhizome and evergreen leathery leaves. The large flowers appear atop mature pseudobulbs and can last for an extended period, making them attractive throughout the year. Suited for indoor or conservatory cultivation, this orchid thrives in orchid bark with bright indirect light, requiring moist but well-drained, neutral pH soil and a sheltered position with full sun to partial shade.
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 labiata 'Purity' 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 labiata 'Purity'
- Propagation
- Division, Backbulbs
- Pest resistance
- Moderate
- Disease resistance
- Moderate
Frequently asked questions
Where is the best place to plant Cattleya labiata 'Purity'?
Cattleya labiata 'Purity' prefers full sun and partial shade. It suits sheltered positions.
What soil does Cattleya labiata 'Purity' need?
Cattleya labiata 'Purity' grows best in loam soil. It prefers neutral soil. Aim for soil that stays moist but well-drained.
Is Cattleya labiata 'Purity' hardy in the UK?
Cattleya labiata 'Purity' 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 labiata 'Purity'?
Division, Backbulbs.
More in the Cattleya genus
- Cattleya gaskelliana
- Cattleya labiata 'Hercules'
- Cattleya labiata 'Mrs Gustave H. Müller'
- Cattleya lawrenceana
- Cattleya lueddemanniana
- Cattleya mendelii 'Mrs Frederick Knollys'
- Cattleya mendelii 'Queen Alexandra'
- Cattleya mossiae 'The Baron'
