Lycaste lasioglossa.

Discovered in Guatemala in 1871, imported  by Messrs. Veitch and described by H.G. Reinchenbach in

1872. 

Terrestrial, up to 60cm.-(24”) tall with 5-10cm.-(2”-4”) long Psbs. x 4cm.-(1.5”) diam. – bi-foliate with 55cm.-(21”) long x 12cm.-(4.75”) broad leaves.   Single flowered inflorescence, peduncle with several scarious sheaths.  Showy flowers with red/brown petals/sepals and yellow lip; overall – 10cm.-(4”0) diam.

Cool/intermediate growing, in a moisture retentive compost offering good drainage; light shade, ample watering and occasion feeding when in growth.  The leaves are not deciduous like some species of this genus.   Good air movement and high humidity are essential.