noun
- A tropical orchid with large, showy flowers, native to Central and South America, widely cultivated as an ornamental houseplant.
Usage: Often capitalized when referring to the genus Cattleya.; Commonly grown by orchid enthusiasts.
Examples
- The cattleya orchid bloomed with vibrant purple petals.
- She displayed her prize-winning cattleya at the flower show.
- Cattleyas require bright, indirect light to thrive indoors.
- The fragrant cattleya is one of the most popular orchids among collectors.
- He carefully watered his cattleya once a week during the growing season.