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Cattleya Orchid: Description Cattleya orchid defines orchid for most people, and its popularity is well deserved for its long- lasting gorgeous flowers and easy culture. The 45 Central and South American species usually grow near treetops in moist forests. One-leaved (unifoliate) types have larger and fewer flowers than the taller, two-leaved (bifoliate) species. Both types have prominent pseudobulbs; the bifoliate one are more elongated. Classic for prom corsages, Cattleya orchid flowers last at least a week in water and bloom for about 4 weeks on the plant, with buds arising from a sheath.