Cyc. cooperi 'Dark Star' x Cyc. Richard Brandon 'Heavy Spots' | BS not in bloom

Cycnoches cooperi 'Dark Star' × Cycnoches Richard Brandon 'Heavy Spots' is a spectacular, cutting-edge Catasetinae hybrid bred specifically for enthusiasts who love high-drama "Swan Orchids." Because this is a seedling population combining two powerhouse parents, every plant is a unique genetic treasure, carrying immense potential for award-quality, heavy-substanced flowers.

This cross leverages the absolute best of modern Cycnoches breeding lines:

• The Pod Parent (Cyc. cooperi 'Dark Star'): Renowned for its exceptional, dark chocolate-bronze color saturation and majestic, weeping presentation. It passes down a powerful growth habit and large flower size, alongside an incredibly rich, spicy-sweet herbal perfume.

• The Pollen Parent (Cyc. Richard Brandon 'Heavy Spots'): A spectacular hybrid (Cyc. Jean E. Monnier × Cyc. warscewiczii) celebrated for injecting dense, intricate spotting and bold, contrasting patterns. It ensures a high bud count, stiff floral substance, and beautifully shaped, expansive lips.

Culture Preferences: Thrives in intermediate to warm conditions with bright, filtered light and heavy watering and fertilizer only while actively growing in the spring and summer. As the plants finish blooming in late winter and shed their leaves, they require a dry dormancy period until the new spring growth emerges and establishes a strong root system.

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