Cattleya Alliance: Blc. Empress of Mercury

👑 Blc. Empress of Mercury — Royal Elegance with Celestial Charm

Step into a world of cosmic beauty with Brassolaeliocattleya Empress of Mercury — a captivating hybrid that lives up to its majestic name. This extraordinary orchid boasts large, ruffled blooms in shades of lavender, blush pink, or soft violet, often highlighted by a striking magenta or deep purple lip. Each flower exudes grace and elegance, typically measuring 3 to 5 inches across, and may release a light, sweet fragrance when in bloom.

Named after the Roman goddess and planet, Blc. Empress of Mercury is both regal and resilient — a favorite among collectors seeking a balance of beauty and vigor.

🌿 Cultivation Tips for Blc. Empress of Mercury:

• Light: Provide bright, filtered light (2,000–3,000 foot-candles). An east or south-facing window is ideal. Avoid harsh midday sun to prevent leaf burn.

• Temperature: Grows well in intermediate to warm conditions:

  • Day: 70–85°F (21–29°C)

  • Night: 55–65°F (13–18°C)

• Humidity: Maintain 50–70% humidity with good air circulation. A humidity tray or small fan is helpful when growing indoors.

• Watering: Water thoroughly when the potting medium is almost dry. During active growth, this may be once or twice per week depending on the environment.

• Potting Medium: Use a well-draining orchid mix—typically medium bark with perlite and charcoal. Repot every 2–3 years or when new growth begins.

• Fertilizer: Feed with a balanced orchid fertilizer (20-20-20 or similar) every 2 weeks during the growing season. Reduce feeding in the winter months.

Why You’ll Love It:
Blc. Empress of Mercury enchants with its celestial color palette, fragrant blooms, and regal presence. Whether you're displaying it as a centerpiece or enjoying it in your private collection, this hybrid brings an aura of nobility and grace to any orchid grower’s universe.

This is a blooming size bareroot divisions in a 3' or 4" pot, newly repotted, about 1 to 2 years to bloom, grown from seed, limited!