Chysis bractescens
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A rare and elegant species with arching, cane-like pseudobulbs and clusters of creamy white flowers marked with yellow and orange in the lip. Flowers have a sweet fragrance and appear in spring before new growth emerges.
Care
- Light: Bright, filtered light; protect from strong midday sun.
- Water: Keep moist during growth; reduce slightly after flowering but do not allow to dry out completely.
- Temperature: Intermediate to warm (12–30 °C).
- Media: Fine to medium orchid mix in a well-drained pot, or mounted with moisture-retentive backing.
- Fertiliser: Use a balanced fertiliser during active growth, lighter feeding after flowering.
Key Characteristics
- Flower Size: 4–5 cm
- Colour: Creamy white with yellow-orange lip markings
- Spike Habit: Arching racemes from mature pseudobulbs
- Blooming Season: Late winter to spring (Aug–Sept)
- Fragrance: Sweet, pleasant
- Plant Size: Medium, with arching pseudobulbs
Shipping and Biosecurity Information
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Dispatch:
Orders are processed in scheduled weekly runs.
VIC, QLD, NSW, SA & ACT: Sunday 11:59 pm cut-off. Orders are generally prepared from Monday and dispatched by Thursday. Allow up to 9 working days for processing.
WA, TAS & NT: Thursday 11:59 pm cut-off for Friday treatment. Orders are generally prepared from Monday and dispatched by Thursday. Allow up to 10 working days for treatment, certification and processing.
Dispatch dates are not guaranteed and may be affected by biosecurity requirements, weather, public holidays, order volumes and plant preparation.
Express Shipping speeds up transit after dispatch only. It does not speed up processing, treatment or certification.
Biosecurity Fees:
- WA & TAS: $20 per order
- NT: $10 per order
Fees are included at checkout and help cover mandatory plant treatment and health certification.
Important:
Where certification is required, a physical address must be supplied for traceability. Delivery to a PO Box is still allowed.
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Size: 50mm pot