Overview
Cattleya Lord Rothschild gx 'Albescens' is a epiphytic, upright stems conservatory greenhouse in the genus Cattleya, part of the Orchidaceae family, with evergreen, leathery leaves foliage. Cattleya Lord Rothschild gx 'Albescens' 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 Lord Rothschild gx 'Albescens' is a cultivar of the Cattleya genus, tropical orchids native to South and Central America. These epiphytic plants have upright stems with evergreen, leathery leaves and robust fleshy roots emerging from a thick rhizome. This cultivar thrives in conservatories or as a houseplant, preferring orchid bark and bright indirect light in a sheltered, south- or east-facing position. It requires moist but well-drained, neutral loam soil and is hardy to UK zone H1b. The large flowers appear atop mature pseudobulbs and provide 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 Lord Rothschild gx 'Albescens' 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 Lord Rothschild gx 'Albescens'
- Propagation
- Division, Backbulbs
- Pest resistance
- Moderate
- Disease resistance
- Moderate
Frequently asked questions
Where is the best place to plant Cattleya Lord Rothschild gx 'Albescens'?
Cattleya Lord Rothschild gx 'Albescens' prefers full sun and partial shade. It suits sheltered positions.
What soil does Cattleya Lord Rothschild gx 'Albescens' need?
Cattleya Lord Rothschild gx 'Albescens' grows best in loam soil. It prefers neutral soil. Aim for soil that stays moist but well-drained.
Is Cattleya Lord Rothschild gx 'Albescens' hardy in the UK?
Cattleya Lord Rothschild gx 'Albescens' 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 Lord Rothschild gx 'Albescens'?
Division, Backbulbs.
