Let’s talk about Ctsm. denticulatum

[SaraJean]

Originally Posted by isurus79

Their hybrids are super easy to grow!

That they are! I think that was part of my thought process when I picked up this species. Some of my first Catasetums were denticulatum hybrids. Figured since those were so darn easy, the species couldn’t be too terrible. Should have known better, lol

Originally Posted by isurus79

I've got a theory that this one might want to stay wetter during dormancy than a lot of other species,

Originally Posted by estación seca

It looks like the climate is hot and humid all year. There are strong seasonal rainfall differences but a little rain even in winter.

Might be why mines not deaddead yet? The past two winters, I don’t let it go bone dry for more than a day or so. There is always a tiny break between the late season growth (which usually starts losing leaves in March-ish) and the first growths of the year (June-July), it will still get watered regularly during that time. No clue. Might actually try putting this one on a heat mat over the winter. I wouldn’t think 65°f would be too cold, but that area might be getting more cold than I realize especially when the moss in the pot is damp