How to Care for Cattleya Mericlone: Mastering Water, Sunlight & More

Cattleya Mericlone

Also known as

Cattleya Alliance Mericlone

Taxonomy

Scientific name

Cattleya 'Alliance'

Genus

Cattleya

Family

Orchidaceae

Order

Asparagales

How to care for Cattleya Mericlone

💦 Water

How often to water your Cattleya Mericlone

Cattleya Mericlone needs 0.5 cups of water every 9 when it doesn’t get direct sunlight and is potted in a 5" pot.

Use our water calculator to personalize watering recommendations to your environment or download Greg for more advanced recommendations for all of your plants.

Water 0.5 cups every
9

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☀️ Light

Finding light for Cattleya Mericlone in your home

Cattleya Mericlone may have difficulty thriving, and will drop leaves 🍃, without ample sunlight.

Place it less than 3 feet from a south-facing window to maximize the potential for growth.

Select your region to see how the current weather in your area affects the placement of Cattleya Mericlone in your home 🏡.

🪴 Nutrients

How to fertilize Cattleya Mericlone

Nutrient, fertilizer, and repotting needs for Cattleya Mericlone: repot after 2X growth

Most potting soils come with ample nutrients which plants use to produce new growth.

By the time your plant has depleted the nutrients in its soil it’s likely grown enough to need a larger pot anyway.

To replenish this plant's nutrients, repot your Cattleya Mericlone after it doubles in size or once a year—whichever comes first.

Woohoo, I've heard #cattleyaorchid s are short bloomers, but this one now has 3 weeks behind her and is still going. And all that in light of the stress she must have experienced during her travel here and her settling in, while preparing those gorgeous (and still gorgeously fragrant) blooms. I still have her on the coffee table where I spend my mornings, and every morning, she envelops me with this intense citrussy fragrance. At first I was not sure if I really liked it, but now I am. Wholeheartedly. I will miss it, when it's gone. Paradoxically I cannot wait for the blooms to fade, because then I can start repotting her and blast her with every growlight I have to have her rebloom with many more flowers 😀. Well, I can dream right? Also, since we talked about collorchanging in orchids a while back somewhere: I really really like the shift to a more creamy off-white that she has done during the last week. Makes her look even more elegant. (Will post a before picture for comparison. ) #orchidlovers #happyplants

💡 FAQs

💦 Water Needs

Cattleya Mericlone prefers for the soil to dry out between waterings and should be watered regularly. Use our water calculator to personalize watering recommendations to your environment or download Greg for more advanced recommendations for all of your plants.

Cattleya Mericlone Water Frequency →

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☀️ Sunlight Needs

Cattleya Mericlone may have difficulty thriving and will drop leaves 🍃 without ample sunlight. Place it less than 3 feet from a window to maximize the potential for growth. Select your region to see how the current weather in your area affects the placement in your home 🏡.

Cattleya Mericlone Light Requirements →

Cattleya Mericlone Direct Sunlight Needs & Tolerance →

🐶 🐈 👶 Toxicity

Greg does not have confirmed data on this plant’s toxicity. If you, a family member, or a pet consumes plant material of unknown toxicity, it’s always best to consult a medical professional.

If you or someone else ingested this plant, call Poison Control at US (800) 222-1222. If a pet consumed this plant, contact your veterinarian or the ASPCA at US (888) 426-4435.

Cattleya Mericlone Toxicity to Cats →

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🪴 Soil

Cattleya Mericlone does best in well-draining soil. A good soil will contain lots of organic matter such as coco coir as well as perlite or vermiculite to help with drainage. Adding a handful of perlite to regular store-bought potting soil should do the trick!

Best Soil Mix for Cattleya Mericlone →

When and How to Successfully Repot Cattleya Mericlone →

🧐 Troubleshooting

When troubleshooting a sad-looking houseplant, start by checking for signs of distress in its leaves, such as yellowing, browning, or drooping, which can indicate overwatering or nutrient deficiencies.

Inspect the soil moisture; too dry or too wet soil can cause problems.

Ensure the plant is getting the right amount of light, as too much or too little can stress it.

Finally, consider environmental factors like temperature and humidity, and adjust care routines accordingly to revive your plant.