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Isabelia violacea is an species in the genus Isabelia.
Description[]
Plant blooms from fall to winter with up to two 2 cm wide flowers.
Distribution[]
Plants are found growing in the montane forest of Eastern Brazil
Culture[]
Plants are grown in cool to warm conditions with shade to moderate light. They are usually grown mounted on cork or bark with sphagnum moss. Plants should be watered regularly. Keep the mix moist but not wet. The plant can also take dryouts between waterings. Keep the plant in an area with good air circulation.
Naming[]
Common Names:The Violet Isabelia
Synonyms[]
- Cattleya violacea [Lindley]Beer 1854
- Sophronia violacea (Lindl.) Kuntze 1891
- Sophronitis violacea Lindl. 1840