Brassavola retusa
Common Name: Retuse Brassavola
Native to: Brazil and Peru. Brassavola retusa grows on trees.
Plant Size: Medium. Slender, fleshy leaves of Brassavola retusa grow on top of narrow pseudobulbs. Leaves are narrow and dark green.
Flower Size: Medium
Flower Description: The flowers of Brassavola retusa have narrow, greenish petals and sepals and a broad white lip. Flowers are fragrant.
Bloom Season: Fall
Growing Temperature: Intermediate, Warm
Additional Information: The nomenclature of Brassavola retusa is in flux right now. More will be posted when I can figure it all out.
Synonyms: Bletia retusa; Brassavola revoluta
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