What is cattleya tigrina?

Cattleya tigrina, also known as the Tiger-striped Cattleya, is a species of orchid native to Brazil. The plant typically grows to be around 30-40 cm in height, and produces tall spikes of showy, fragrant flowers each spring. The flowers are usually 7-12 cm wide, and are characterized by their distinctive tiger-like stripes of red, yellow, and orange.

Cattleya tigrina is a popular ornamental plant thanks to its striking flowers, but it is also classified as endangered due to habitat loss and collection for the horticultural trade. There are conservation efforts underway to protect wild populations of the species, as well as initiatives to propagate it in cultivation as a means of preserving the genetic diversity of the species.