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  1. June 28th, 2012, 12:41 PM #1
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    Default Blc. Waianae Leopard 'Ching Hua'

    This is an intensely fragrant bifolate cattleya. Probably the most fragrant of all my cattleyas. It’s still a small plant and this is the first time it’s bloomed. I’ve seen large specimens of this orchid and they can be very impressive with lots of flowers.
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    This is one of several reasons why I'm intrigued by these plants
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    Oh my God, beautiful!!! WHY didn't I buy this one when I had the chance? Maybe the big box store still has a bag baby left...it had the same name as yours, but the picture on the bag was more brown, green and white...I know the pictures on those things are just generalized but I had no idea it would actually be this beautiful! Is it tall and leggy or more compact?
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    Quote Originally Posted by sand_tiger86 View Post
    Oh my God, beautiful!!! WHY didn't I buy this one when I had the chance? Maybe the big box store still has a bag baby left...it had the same name as yours, but the picture on the bag was more brown, green and white...I know the pictures on those things are just generalized but I had no idea it would actually be this beautiful! Is it tall and leggy or more compact?
    This plant is 12" tall. I don't know how tall it will get when it's fully mature. The color can vary a great deal between individual plants. Just like you said, I've seen some that are much more brown and green. I got lucky with this one.
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    Vibrant colors.
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    Jeff, beautiful blooms. I've always loved this plant.
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    Quote Originally Posted by tucker85 View Post
    This is an intensely fragrant bifolate cattleya. Probably the most fragrant of all my cattleyas. It’s still a small plant and this is the first time it’s bloomed. I’ve seen large specimens of this orchid and they can be very impressive with lots of flowers.
    Wonderful plant, fantastic bright colors!! Congrats and thank you for sharing!!
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    Jeff - that cattleya is perfect!! So beautiful and healthy. Nice growing!!

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    Have never been a fan of spotted orchids but this one is exceptional! I love it so much that I bought one a few months ago. I only hope that it is as beautiful as yours. Great job!
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    Love this one. Adding it to my wish list
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