Overview
x Brassocattleya Pyrrha gx is a climbing conservatory greenhouse in the genus Brassocattleya, part of the Orchidaceae family, with deciduous foliage. x Brassocattleya Pyrrha gx grows best in full sun, and tolerates loam soils and neutral pH. Its UK hardiness is rated H6. Suggested uses include cottage and informal garden, wildlife gardens and wall side borders.
About
× Brassocattleya or Brasso-cattleya, abbreviated Bc. in the horticultural trade, is an intergeneric orchid hybrid derived from the genera Brassavola and Cattleya.
Growing conditions
Best soil and position for Brassocattleya
- Sunlight
- Full sun
- Soil type
- Loam
- Soil pH
- Neutral
- Soil moisture
- Moist but well-drained
- Aspect
- South-facing
- Exposure
- Sheltered
- UK hardiness
- H6
Plant details
x Brassocattleya Pyrrha gx size, habit and characteristics
- Plant type
- Conservatory Greenhouse, Houseplants
- Habit
- Climbing
- Foliage
- Deciduous
- Suggested uses
- Cottage and informal garden, Wildlife gardens, Wall side borders
Care notes
Pruning and caring for x Brassocattleya Pyrrha gx
- Propagation
- Softwood cuttings in early to mid spring, Hardwood cuttings in late summer to autumn, Chip budding in summer, Seed propagation (requires stratification)
- Pest resistance
- Aphids, Rose leafhopper, Glasshouse red spider mite, Scale insects, Caterpillars, Large rose sawfly, Rose slugworm sawfly, Rose leaf-rolling sawfly, Deer, Rabbits
- Disease resistance
- Rose black spot, Rose rust, Replant disease, Rose dieback, Rose powdery mildew, Honey fungus, Rose blindness, Flower balling
Frequently asked questions
Where is the best place to plant x Brassocattleya Pyrrha gx?
x Brassocattleya Pyrrha gx prefers full sun. It suits sheltered positions.
What soil does x Brassocattleya Pyrrha gx need?
x Brassocattleya Pyrrha gx grows best in loam soil. It prefers neutral soil. Aim for soil that stays moist but well-drained.
Is x Brassocattleya Pyrrha gx hardy in the UK?
x Brassocattleya Pyrrha gx has an RHS hardiness rating of H6, meaning it is very hardy, tolerating -20 to -15°C across most of the UK.
How do I propagate x Brassocattleya Pyrrha gx?
Softwood cuttings in early to mid spring, Hardwood cuttings in late summer to autumn, Chip budding in summer, Seed propagation (requires stratification).
More in the Brassocattleya genus
- x Brassocattleya Binosa gx 'Kirk'
- x Brassocattleya Juno gx
- x Brassocattleya Lindleyana gx
- x Brassocattleya Snowflake gx 'Purity'
- x Brassocattleya The Baron gx