Cattlianthe Chocolate Drop
 

I've had several fascinating hybrids in my collection with Chocolate Drop as a parent. Funny enough, though, I was never able to get my hands on the actual Chocolate Drop (C. guttata × Guarianthe aurantiaca) until a year or so ago. To my delight, this beautiful orchid bloomed for me earlier this month. I love the waxy texture of the long-lasting blooms and that deep crimson coloring.

http://www.orchidboard.com/community...cture14382.jpg

Likely it's fragrant too (at least at some times of the day) At least some cultivars are.

Wow! I love the deep, rich color.

The colors are great on this hybrid. And yes, I too am interested in learning if your particular plant's flowers are fragrant. Congrats on finally finding this one.

I have a couple of plants with Chocolate Drop as either a parent or grandparent. Neither have flowered yet but if they bloom like the photo supplied I will be very happy.

Thanks, Steve :) The deep red tones definitely catch the eye. Also, to answer your question, my Chocolate Drop is very fragrant. It smells like the gardenia bush I once had in my yard mixed with a citrusy scent. Quite strong yet pleasant.

This is lovely! Did you get this one from SVO? I bought a selfing from their plant last year; it's not blooming yet but looking good. Can't wait for that fragrance; I love the gardenia fragrance.