Sophronitis coccinea (Sophronitis )

Sophronitis coccinea (Sophronitis) orange flower, close up of vibrant petals on small delicate orchid
Sophronitis coccinea (Sophronitis) orange flower with wide petals, shown in a clear close up image.

Botanical names: Sophronitis coccinea, Sophronitis grandiflora, Cattleya coccinea

Common name: Sophronitis

Family: Orchidaceae

Origin: Brazil

USDA Plant Hardiness MapSmall plant 2-5 ftSemi-shadeWatering: Moderate. Water when top soil feels dryEpiphyte plantYellow, orange flowersRed, crimson, vinous flowers

Sophronitis coccinea is found in the tropical cloud forest near the coast, in areas with lots of fog and high humidity during all the year.

Good ventilation, cool to cold temperatures, bright light and a wet environment with regular fertilizer year round will keep this minature plant thriving.

Similar plants: Sophronitis coccinea (Sophronitis )


Sophronitis coccinea (Sophronitis) orange flower, close up of petals against a textured surface.
Sophronitis coccinea (Sophronitis) orange flower with rounded petals on a textured surface background.
Sophronitis coccinea (Sophronitis) orange flower, close up of orchid petals on dark tree bark.
Sophronitis coccinea (Sophronitis) orange flower growing from roots attached to a piece of dark bark.


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