Brassocattleya Kay (Bc. Fuchs Star x L. purpurata var atropurpurea) Asplenium avoid direct midday sun to

avoid direct midday sun to protect the compact foliage

empusa from Ecuador and Peru at elevations of 2

cupped sepals forming an open dome around a bold globose labellum with contrasting petals

Benefits from a 10-15°F night drop to encourage blooming

Brassocattleya Kay (Bc. Fuchs Star x L. purpurata var atropurpurea) Asplenium avoid direct midday sun toA hybrid of Bc. Fuchs Star L. purpurata var. atropurpurea, combining the slender, arching sepals and petals of the Brassavola influence with the broad, heavily veined lip inherited from the purpurata parent. Flowers are carried on upright stems with cylindrical pseudobulbs and strap like leaves, producing a single bloom of striking form and texture. Light: Bright indirect light with 4060% shade cloth; avoid direct midday sun, which can scorch the