Overview
Lycaste bradeorum is a clump forming conservatory greenhouse in the genus Lycaste, part of the Orchidaceae family, with deciduous foliage. Lycaste bradeorum grows best in full sun and partial shade, and tolerates loam soils and neutral pH. Its UK hardiness is rated H1b. Suggested uses include houseplants and conservatory and greenhouse.
About
Lycaste bradeorum is a clump-forming orchid cultivar suited to conservatories and greenhouses. It is deciduous and thrives in fertile, well-drained loam soil with a neutral pH, requiring moist but well-drained conditions. This cultivar prefers full sun or partial shade, ideally in a sheltered east- or west-facing aspect. Hardy to UK zone H1b, it is best grown as a houseplant or in protected environments. Interest in this plant is mainly during spring and summer, and it can be propagated by division.
Growing conditions
Best soil and position for Lycaste
- Sunlight
- Full sun, Partial shade
- Soil type
- Loam
- Soil pH
- Neutral
- Soil moisture
- Moist but well-drained
- Aspect
- East-facing, West-facing
- Exposure
- Sheltered
- UK hardiness
- H1b
Plant details
Lycaste bradeorum size, habit and characteristics
- Plant type
- Conservatory Greenhouse
- Habit
- Clump forming
- Foliage
- Deciduous
- Suggested uses
- Houseplants, Conservatory and greenhouse
Care notes
Pruning and caring for Lycaste bradeorum
- Propagation
- Division
- Pest resistance
- Aphids, Scale insects
- Disease resistance
- Generally disease-free
Frequently asked questions
Where is the best place to plant Lycaste bradeorum?
Lycaste bradeorum prefers full sun and partial shade. It suits sheltered positions.
What soil does Lycaste bradeorum need?
Lycaste bradeorum grows best in loam soil. It prefers neutral soil. Aim for soil that stays moist but well-drained.
Is Lycaste bradeorum hardy in the UK?
Lycaste bradeorum 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 Lycaste bradeorum?
Division.
More in the Lycaste genus
- Lycaste cruenta
- Lycaste Auburn gx 'Ditchling'
- Lycaste Auburn gx 'Ringmer'
- Lycaste Groganii gx 'Saint Thomas'
- Lycaste Neptune gx
- Lycaste lasioglossa x maculata