Name: Psychopsis Mariposa
Synonym: –
Parents: Psychopsis papilio × Psychopsis krameriana
Breeder: unknown
First registration: 1972 Ruben (RHS)
Notes: A classic and extremely popular hybrid with butterfly-like flowers and an exceptionally long blooming period.
Description:
Psychopsis Mariposa is an elegant hybrid, known for its spectacular butterfly-shaped flowers in warm shades of yellow, brown, and red. The flowers appear one at a time on long-lasting flower spikes, which can remain active for several years.
Typical of this genus is its ability to develop new flowers one after another from the same flower spike, resulting in an especially long blooming period.
The plant prefers warm temperatures, high humidity, and bright, indirect light. Consistent watering, allowing the medium to dry slightly between waterings, promotes healthy growth and regular flowering.