Cattleya Alliance: Rlc. Chia Lin Black Flower 'Black King Kong'

🖤 A Dramatic Rhyncholaeliocattleya Hybrid with Intense Red Blooms 🖤

Rlc. Chia Lin Black Flower 'Black King Kong' is an extraordinary hybrid that captivates with its large, velvety dark blooms—deep crimson to almost intense red petals and sepals create a bold and exotic appearance. The thick, well-shaped flowers have a luxurious texture and a striking presence, making this orchid a prized specimen for collectors who love dramatic and unique flowers.

Its vigorous growth and long-lasting flowers make it an impressive centerpiece in any orchid collection or display.

🌿 Cultivation Tips for Rlc. Chia Lin Black Flower 'Black King Kong'

🌡️ Temperature:
Thrives in intermediate to warm temperatures, ideally 68–85°F (20–29°C) during the day and 55–65°F (13–18°C) at night.

💧 Watering:
Water thoroughly during active growth, keeping the medium moist but well-drained. Allow the top to dry slightly between watering. Reduce watering in winter.

🌫️ Humidity:
Prefers humidity levels around 50–70% with good air circulation to prevent fungal issues.

💡 Light:
Needs bright, indirect light, approximately 2,000 to 3,000 foot-candles. Avoid direct midday sun to protect leaves from burning.

🌱 Potting Medium & Repotting:
Use a well-draining mix such as medium-grade fir bark combined with perlite or charcoal. Repot every 1–2 years or when the medium breaks down.

🌼 Fertilizing:
Feed every two weeks during active growth with a balanced orchid fertilizer diluted to half strength. Flush monthly to prevent salt buildup.

Why Choose Rlc. Chia Lin Black Flower 'Black King Kong'?
For collectors seeking a bold statement orchid, this hybrid’s nearly black blooms and luxurious flower texture offer a rare and dramatic addition. Its vigor and ease of care make it a rewarding orchid to grow and showcase.

Add Rlc. Chia Lin Black Flower 'Black King Kong' to your collection for unforgettable dark elegance and stunning floral impact. 🖤✨

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!