Paph. Mayhill x Hama Chilwin

[papheteer]

Here's my only complex in bloom. Its bloom is cupped this year. I wonder what causes this. It's NS is 11cm compared to 15 last year. I wonder if complexes really need cool temps to bloom coz this one wasn't really exposed to any temp. cooler than 70 degrees F. Enjoy





Last year's bloom:

 

[Ross]

Pretty complex Paph. You mentioned that it bloomed smaller this time. When it's done blooming, you might want to check the roots and repot. Sometimes a smaller bloom can indicate that the plant is struggling a little.

 

[papheteer]

The bloom itself is not smaller. It just didn't open fully. Last year it looked bigger coz it was flat.

 

[smartie2000]

Pretty one there. Intersting note on how temp influences how cupped the bloom is.

 

[Leo Schordje]

I only play a doctor on TV, but my guess would be the same as Paphreek, check the roots and repot. My second would be low humidity during bud development. Only third would I blame night temps above 70F. Ideally you want to drop into the 60's at night, but I don't think the complexes are all that sensitive to temps.
Leo

 

[papheteer]

thanks for the input guys!

 

[SlipperFan]

Good advise, above.
Strong markings and good shape, generally.

 

[Bolero]

Yeah they do need cooler temps in my opinion. Most people grow them in temps with minimums below 50F in this country.

Yours has done well though and is very very nice.

 

[papheteer]

I tried helping her open a bit more and I think it worked. NS now is 13cm. Here are some update pics:

 

[goldenrose]

Nice red complex!