Cattleya Dowiana is one of the most spectacular and highly prized species in the Cattleya alliance, native to Central America, particularly Costa Rica and Colombia. It is renowned for its large, showy flowers featuring bright golden-yellow petals and sepals, beautifully contrasted by a dramatic lip adorned with rich crimson to purple veining and a velvety texture. The blooms are typically large, often reaching 15–20 cm across, and are produced in clusters, creating a stunning display. The flowers are also known for their pleasant fragrance, which adds to their appeal. Cattleya Dowiana usually blooms in late spring to summer and requires bright light, high humidity, and warm to intermediate growing conditions. It can be somewhat sensitive compared to other cattleyas but rewards careful growers with exceptional blooms.
 
Type: Species
Status: Without Flowers/Buds/Spikes
Fragrance: Yes
Flower Colour: Golden - Yellow | Purple
Plant Stage: Blooming Stage
Pot Size: 6 Cm - Plastic Cup
Potting Media: Sphagnum Moss
Growing Conditions: Intermediate to Warm
 
Growth & Care: Cattleya Care Guide
 
Note: Colors, Patterns & Size of the Flowers can vary due to the variations produced by Hybrids or Species. There are chances that the Buds/Flowers could dry up in transit during Shipping after Packing. The Local Climatic conditions and the nutrition given can affect the Brightness & Colour Intensity of Flowers. While we make every effort to match the actual colours of the flowers, the Photographs may not be the exact representation, due to different Monitor Setting.