Cyp Ulla Silkens

[parvi_17]

A new acquisition. I have one outside too, but it won't show up for a while yet. I'll update this thread periodically as it comes into flower - there is a bud inside (I'm 99% sure). It is 5" (12.5 cm) tall right now.

 

[smartie2000]

Looks like a strong plant!
I really like the photos of reginae hybrids, but this is the only cross I ever see for sale.

 

[parvi_17]

Looks like a strong plant!
I really like the photos of reginae hybrids, but this is the only cross I ever see for sale.

I love the reginae hybrids too. Hopefully they will become more available in the future.

 

[biothanasis]

Cool!!!!

 

[KyushuCalanthe]

Looking good Joe! I'd say that it should flower on that vigorous growth. The only thing I don't like so much about this cross is the reflexing on the petals, otherwise it is a very nice hybrid.

 

[parvi_17]

Looking good Joe! I'd say that it should flower on that vigorous growth. The only thing I don't like so much about this cross is the reflexing on the petals, otherwise it is a very nice hybrid.

I don't like that characteristic either. The other one I have has petals that reflex all the way back so that from the front they look very short. However, it has a beautiful pastel pink pouch and a strong rosy fragrance.

 

[NYEric]

Thanx for sharing.

 

[parvi_17]

Now Open

The flower opened today. I love it. It has a spicy, cinnamon-like fragrance much like my other Ulla. The plant is about 9" tall, but both plant and flower will increase in size as it matures - this is a first bloomer.

 

[KyushuCalanthe]

You got lucky - nice color and the petals aren't too reflexed. Good for you!

 

[smartie2000]

Nice spotted pouch on that cross

 

[parvi_17]

You got lucky - nice color and the petals aren't too reflexed. Good for you!

I was happy to see that the petals turned out that way. I am hoping the dorsal will rise a bit though.

 

[NYEric]

Nice, good color.

 

[Elena]

It's a cutie!

I know nothing about growing Cyps but all these recent posts about them are getting me tempted to see if I could try one.

 

[parvi_17]

It's a cutie!

I know nothing about growing Cyps but all these recent posts about them are getting me tempted to see if I could try one.

Cyps grow great in the UK! You should check out Paul Christian Rare Plants and the hardy orchids division of Ratcliffe!

 

[SlipperKing]

nice look'in flower Parvi!