Catasetinae Alliance: Chysis bractescens

Introducing the Exotic Chysis bractescens: A Rare Jewel for Your Collection Native to the lush landscapes spanning Mexico, Guatemala, Belize, El Salvador, Honduras, and Nicaragua, the Chysis bractescens stands as a testament to nature's exquisite diversity. Often found adorning the slopes of mountains, these elusive beauties thrive as epiphytes in the humid embrace of mountain forests, from altitudes as high as 1500 meters in Nicaragua to the verdant hills of El Salvador. With its pendulous canes shrouded in delicate white sheaths, the Chysis bractescens captivates with its elegant demeanor. Its linear leaves, reaching up to 40 cm, exude a sense of grace, hinting at the floral spectacle that awaits. In the spring, the Chysis bractescens unveils its pièce de résistance—a magnificent racemose inflorescence, boasting up to 10 waxy, fragrant flowers. Each bloom, nearly 7.5 cm in diameter, is a marvel of nature, adorned with intricate details and delicate hues. From the foliaceous bracts to