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Similar Laelia autumnalis, Laelia anceps, Laelia albida, Laelia rubescens, Laelia speciosa | ||
Laelia gouldiana
Laelia gouldiana is a plant of the orchid genus Laelia.
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Former distribution
The orchid, now is extinct in the wild, was endemic to the mountains of Hidalgo state in central Mexico. It grew as an epiphyte on trees in its native habitats.
Cultivation
Laelia gouldiana is now only found and grown as a cultivated ornamental plant.
It can grow up to 1 metre (3.3 ft) tall. It has pink flowers.
It prefers an extended dry period between waterings, cooler temperatures, and lower humidity than most Laelia species.
References
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