This genus comprises tropical orchids found in South and Central America. These epiphytic plants possess robust, fleshy roots that emerge from a thick rhizome. Their cylindrical stems, known as pseudobulbs, function as reservoirs for water and nutrients. The large flowers, which can persist for an extended period, are produced atop the newly developed, mature pseudobulbs. Cattleya is frequently hybridized with other related genera, contributing to the lineage of many inter-generic orchid hybrids.

Cattleya harrisoniana

Cattleya harrisoniana 'Alba'

Cattleya harrisoniana 'Stanley'

Cattleya harrisoniana var. candida

Cattleya hybrid

Cattleya intermedia is a medium-sized, evergreen orchid that thrives as an epiphyte. It develops upright, cane-like stems that emerge from a compact, creeping rhizome. These stems, also known as pseudobulbs, are typically cylindrical or spindle-shaped, wider at the top, and support two to four broad, oval leaves in a rich dark green hue. During spring or summer, the plant produces three or more flowers on short, terminal stems that grow from the ends of new mature stems. Each flower can reach up to 10 cm in diameter and features a variety of shapes and colors. Some variations exhibit narrower petals and sepals with a more tubular lip, while others have broader petals and a rounded, open lip. The flowers commonly display a white base adorned with pale or dark pink markings, although shades of pale purple and pure white can also occur.

Cattleya intermedia

Cattleya intermedia 'Amethystina'

Cattleya intermedia 'Fowler'

Cattleya intermedia 'Parthenia'

Cattleya intermedia 'Rosslyn'

Cattleya intermedia 'White Queen'

Cattleya intermedia (Ovata Group) 'Crownfox Jewel'

Cattleya intermedia blue-flowered

Cattleya intermedia var. punctatissima

Cattleya iricolor

Cattleya jenmanii

Cattleya jongheana is an epiphytic orchid that typically grows up to 17 cm in height and often retains its foliage throughout the year. It features a single, leathery leaf that is oblong to elliptical, measuring approximately 12 cm in length. The plant produces sizable flowers ranging from 10 to 16 cm across, which appear in late winter and early spring. The petals are a pinkish-purple hue, encircling a lip that measures about 5 cm, with a pale lilac exterior and a golden-yellow interior.

Cattleya jongheana

Cattleya labiata is an evergreen epiphytic orchid characterized by its elongated, upright pseudobulbs. These stems are enveloped in thin, papery sheaths and support a single robust leaf that can reach lengths of up to 30 cm and widths of 4-5 cm. The leaves are oblong in shape, exhibiting a leathery texture and a deep green hue. In the autumn, this species produces racemes of pale rose-pink flowers that emerge from the tips of freshly matured growth. Each flower can expand to a diameter of approximately 15 cm, with the lip typically presenting a darker shade and featuring a central veining pattern.

Cattleya labiata

Cattleya labiata 'Albaniensis'

Cattleya labiata 'Amesiana'

Cattleya labiata 'Appleton'

Cattleya labiata 'Ashford'

Cattleya labiata 'Augusta'

Cattleya labiata 'Caerulea'

Cattleya labiata 'Captain J. F. Laycock'

Cattleya labiata 'Clara Measures'

Cattleya labiata 'Cooksoniae'

Cattleya labiata 'Countess Fitzwilliam'

Cattleya labiata 'Daphne'

Cattleya labiata 'Elegans'

Cattleya labiata 'Flammea'

Cattleya labiata 'Foleyana'

Cattleya labiata 'G.G. Whitelegge'

Cattleya labiata 'Gilmourae'

Cattleya labiata 'Glauca'

Cattleya labiata 'Hercules'

Cattleya labiata 'Leucophaea'

Cattleya labiata 'Lewisii'

Cattleya labiata 'Lowiae'

Cattleya labiata 'Marmorata'

Cattleya labiata 'Maureen'

Cattleya labiata 'Miss Kate Brazier'

Cattleya labiata 'Mrs E. Ashworth'

Cattleya labiata 'Mrs Francis Wellesley'

Cattleya labiata 'Mrs Gustave H. Müller'

Cattleya labiata 'Oakwoodiensis'

Cattleya labiata 'Opal'

Cattleya labiata 'Peeters'

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