Cattleya (Potinara) Brunara Beauty ‘Brunara’
Cattleya (Potinara) Brunara Beauty ‘Brunara’

Cattleya (Potinara) Brunara Beauty ‘Brunara’

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Plants in flower or spike , while supplies last!
4” pots 
Potinara Burana Beauty (officially reclassified by the Royal Horticultural Society as Rhyncattleanthe Burana Beauty or Rth. Burana Beauty) is a highly popular, award-winning compact Cattleya-alliance orchid hybrid renowned for its vibrant, splash-petaled flowers and sweet, tea-rose fragrance. Registered in 1996, it is a cross between Rth. Netrasiri Starbright and C. Netrasiri Beauty. [1, 2, 3, 4, 5]
Key Characteristics
  • The Blooms: It produces clusters of perky, 3-inch (7 cm) triangular flowers that feature bright yellow-green sepals and petals dramatically flared with cherry-red or magenta splashes. [1, 2]
  • The Scent: Highly fragrant, emitting a strong but delicate floral aroma reminiscent of a sweet rose with a slight spicy undertone. [1, 2]
  • Growth Habit: A compact, sympodial orchid that typically grows two leaves per pseudobulb (bifoliate), making it an excellent choice for windowsill growers or those with limited space. [1, 2, 3, 4, 5]
  • Blooming Frequency: Unlike many orchids that bloom only once a year, a vigorous Burana Beauty can bloom two to three times annually when grown under ideal conditions. [1, 2, 3, 4]
Taxonomy Name Change Explained
While many nurseries and collectors still label this orchid as a Potinara (Pot.), the genus name is technically obsolete. Potinara originally designated a complex hybrid combining four genera: Brassavola × Cattleya × Laelia × Sophronitis. Due to DNA reclassifications—such as moving all Sophronitis species into the Cattleya genus—the formal name was updated to Rhyncattleanthe. [1, 2, 3]
Care and Culture Guide
To get the most out of your orchid and encourage multiple blooming cycles, follow these essential care requirements:
  • Light: Provide bright, indirect light. It handles high light levels very well—about 3,000 to 5,000 foot-candles. An east or south-facing window with a sheer curtain is ideal. If the leaves are dark green, it needs more light; they should be a light apple-green. [1, 2, 3, 4]
  • Watering: Allow the roots and potting substrate to dry out completely between waterings. Like all Cattleya types, it hates "wet feet" and is prone to root rot if kept soggy. When you water, flush the pot deeply in the morning using tepid water. [1, 2, 3, 4]
  • Temperature: It thrives in intermediate to warm conditions. Keep daytime temperatures between 70°F–85°F (21°C–29°C) and ensure a nighttime drop of about 10–15°F to help trigger flower spikes. Protect it from freezing winter drafts. [1, 2, 3, 4, 5]
  • Humidity & Airflow: Maintain a relative humidity level between 50% and 80%. Always pair high humidity with strong air circulation (such as a small oscillating fan) to prevent fungal spotting on the leaves and rot. [1, 2, 3]
  • Potting & Medium: Grow it in a coarse, fast-draining bark mix, charcoal, and perlite blend, or mount it directly on cork bark. Repot only when new roots begin to emerge from the base of the newest pseudobulb, or when the potting medium starts breaking down. [1, 2, 3]
Popular Commercial Clones
If you are looking to purchase one from retailers like Palmer Orchids or Odom's Orchids, you will frequently encounter two popular mericlones: [1, 2]
  1. 'Burana' HCC/AOS: The highly celebrated standard clone boasting bright yellow petals with distinct cherry-red flaring.
  2. 'Buenaflor': A beautiful variant distinguished by a solid, solid red lip that fully encloses the column. [1, 2, 3]

Plants in flower or spike , while supplies last!
4” pots 
Potinara Burana Beauty (officially reclassified by the Royal Horticultural Society as Rhyncattleanthe Burana Beauty or Rth. Burana Beauty) is a highly popular, award-winning compact Cattleya-alliance orchid hybrid renowned for its vibrant, splash-petaled flowers and sweet, tea-rose fragrance. Registered in 1996, it is a cross between Rth. Netrasiri Starbright and C. Netrasiri Beauty. [1, 2, 3, 4, 5]
Key Characteristics
  • The Blooms: It produces clusters of perky, 3-inch (7 cm) triangular flowers that feature bright yellow-green sepals and petals dramatically flared with cherry-red or magenta splashes. [1, 2]
  • The Scent: Highly fragrant, emitting a strong but delicate floral aroma reminiscent of a sweet rose with a slight spicy undertone. [1, 2]
  • Growth Habit: A compact, sympodial orchid that typically grows two leaves per pseudobulb (bifoliate), making it an excellent choice for windowsill growers or those with limited space. [1, 2, 3, 4, 5]
  • Blooming Frequency: Unlike many orchids that bloom only once a year, a vigorous Burana Beauty can bloom two to three times annually when grown under ideal conditions. [1, 2, 3, 4]
Taxonomy Name Change Explained
While many nurseries and collectors still label this orchid as a Potinara (Pot.), the genus name is technically obsolete. Potinara originally designated a complex hybrid combining four genera: Brassavola × Cattleya × Laelia × Sophronitis. Due to DNA reclassifications—such as moving all Sophronitis species into the Cattleya genus—the formal name was updated to Rhyncattleanthe. [1, 2, 3]
Care and Culture Guide
To get the most out of your orchid and encourage multiple blooming cycles, follow these essential care requirements:
  • Light: Provide bright, indirect light. It handles high light levels very well—about 3,000 to 5,000 foot-candles. An east or south-facing window with a sheer curtain is ideal. If the leaves are dark green, it needs more light; they should be a light apple-green. [1, 2, 3, 4]
  • Watering: Allow the roots and potting substrate to dry out completely between waterings. Like all Cattleya types, it hates "wet feet" and is prone to root rot if kept soggy. When you water, flush the pot deeply in the morning using tepid water. [1, 2, 3, 4]
  • Temperature: It thrives in intermediate to warm conditions. Keep daytime temperatures between 70°F–85°F (21°C–29°C) and ensure a nighttime drop of about 10–15°F to help trigger flower spikes. Protect it from freezing winter drafts. [1, 2, 3, 4, 5]
  • Humidity & Airflow: Maintain a relative humidity level between 50% and 80%. Always pair high humidity with strong air circulation (such as a small oscillating fan) to prevent fungal spotting on the leaves and rot. [1, 2, 3]
  • Potting & Medium: Grow it in a coarse, fast-draining bark mix, charcoal, and perlite blend, or mount it directly on cork bark. Repot only when new roots begin to emerge from the base of the newest pseudobulb, or when the potting medium starts breaking down. [1, 2, 3]
Popular Commercial Clones
If you are looking to purchase one from retailers like Palmer Orchids or Odom's Orchids, you will frequently encounter two popular mericlones: [1, 2]
  1. 'Burana' HCC/AOS: The highly celebrated standard clone boasting bright yellow petals with distinct cherry-red flaring.
  2. 'Buenaflor': A beautiful variant distinguished by a solid, solid red lip that fully encloses the column. [1, 2, 3]

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