Sophrolaeliocattleya
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Sophrolaeliocattleya (from Sophronitis, Laelia and Cattleya, its parent genera) is an artificial intergeneric hybrid of orchids. It is abbreviated as Slc in horticultural trade.
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[edit] Anatomy, morphology and habit
Sophrolaeliocattleya generally shows the influence of its Sophronitis parent strongly; its flowers tend to range through yellow-orange to red, they tend to be smaller, and the general habit of the plant tends to be comparatively compact, all characteristics shared with Sophronitis.
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[edit] Importance to humans
Sophrolaeliocattleya and other Sophronitis hybrids are commonly crossed to produce a desirable orange or red bloom not generally present in Cattleya hybrids not involving Sophronitis, and the compact shape is well suited for artificial light gardens.
