{"product_id":"rhyncattleanthe-chomyong-beauty-blooming-size","title":"Rhyncattleanthe Chomyong Beauty — Blooming Size","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eUnless otherwise stated in the item size, these are grower's choice.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRhyncattleanthe Chomyong Beauty\u003c\/strong\u003e (\u003cem\u003eRth. Chomyong Beauty\u003c\/em\u003e) is a \u003cstrong\u003eThai-bred Cattleya alliance hybrid\u003c\/strong\u003e registered in 2010 by T. Prapatsornvachira — a cross of \u003cem\u003eCattlianthe Varut Startrack × Rhyncholaeliocattleya Tzeng-Wen Beauty\u003c\/em\u003e. It's since become a celebrated parent in its own right, having sired further named hybrids (Chomyong Fairy, Chomyong Surprise, Korn Lada Charming, River Kwai Floating). A serious lineage piece for Cattleya collectors.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFlowers:\u003c\/strong\u003e Broad, often ruffled petals and sepals in a \u003cstrong\u003edominant deep magenta-to-cerise hue\u003c\/strong\u003e, with a striking frilly lip showcasing a \u003cstrong\u003ebright yellow throat\u003c\/strong\u003e that dramatically contrasts the surrounding magenta. Some variations show lighter pink undertones at the petal edges. Fragrant when blooming.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBlooming size:\u003c\/strong\u003e These are \u003cstrong\u003emature, blooming-size plants\u003c\/strong\u003e — established pseudobulbs, well-developed root systems, ready to flower in their next bloom cycle.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGrower's choice:\u003c\/strong\u003e All five plants are healthy, established specimens. Photos are representative — exact pseudobulb count and pot configuration will vary between individuals.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat you'll receive:\u003c\/strong\u003e One mature, blooming-size \u003cem\u003eRth. Chomyong Beauty\u003c\/em\u003e in its current grow pot. Plant may be sent bareroot or potted depending on shipping conditions — we'll communicate before shipping if there's any variation.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCattleya care\u003c\/strong\u003e (different from Phalaenopsis or Dendrobium — please read):\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLight:\u003c\/strong\u003e Bright, indirect to filtered direct sun — Cattleyas want significantly more light than most orchids. South or east-facing windows work well. Insufficient light = no blooms.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWater:\u003c\/strong\u003e Drench thoroughly, then \u003cstrong\u003eallow the medium to dry out completely between waterings\u003c\/strong\u003e. Cattleyas hate wet feet — root rot is the #1 killer. Roughly weekly in summer, every 10-14 days in cooler months.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMedium:\u003c\/strong\u003e Coarse orchid bark with excellent drainage. Pseudobulbs should sit at or just above the surface, not buried.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHumidity:\u003c\/strong\u003e 50-70% is ideal. Lower humidity is tolerable for mature plants but can affect bud development.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTemperature:\u003c\/strong\u003e Intermediate to warm — 60-85°F. Avoid temperatures below 55°F.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFertilizer:\u003c\/strong\u003e Balanced orchid fertilizer (20-20-20) at half strength every two weeks during active growth; reduce in winter.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBlooming:\u003c\/strong\u003e Each pseudobulb flowers only once. New growths emerge from the base of mature pseudobulbs and produce the next round of blooms.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eInsulation and\/or Heat Pack strongly recommended for shipping when temperatures drop below 55°F. Cattleyas are more cold-sensitive than Phalaenopsis.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eFor pest prevention I use beneficial insects, and otherwise treat with natural, chemical-free products like PureCrop1.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDisplay photos may be of mother plants or prop pots and do not represent the plant size — please review the size variants before purchasing.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"The Hoya Trove","offers":[{"title":"Blooming Size","offer_id":45865581707450,"sku":"TRV-ORCH-CATT-CHOMYONG-BS","price":50.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0665\/7386\/1050\/files\/rn-image_picker_lib_temp_c66e642d-4bc9-40b6-8d4c-882e14981d2e.png?v=1779237691","url":"https:\/\/thehoyatrove.com\/products\/rhyncattleanthe-chomyong-beauty-blooming-size","provider":"The Hoya Trove","version":"1.0","type":"link"}