About
A notable orchid, *Cattleya walkeriana*, is distinguished from many other Cattleya species by its unique inflorescence, which arises directly from the rhizome rather than from the apex of the pseudobulb.
Field notes
Morphology
The plant has relatively short, bulbous or fusiform pseudobulbs, typically bearing one or two ovate leaves at the apex. The inflorescence is one- or few-flowered and reaches about 8 inches (20 cm) in height, with individual flowers measuring 4–5 inches (10–13 cm) across.
Distribution & habitat
It is native to the Brazilian Central Plateau, where it can be found at elevations up to 2000 meters.
Habitat
- Altitude
- Not recorded
- Altitude class
- —
- Native to
- Brazil
Cultivation
- Difficulty
- intermediate