Laelia gouldiana is a plant of the orchid genus Laelia

Laelia

Laelia, abbreviated L. in the horticultural trade, is a small genus of 25 species from the orchid family . This is one of the most important and popular orchid genera, because of the beautiful flowers, their genetic properties and because they are fairly easy in culture. It is probably named after...

and native to Mexico

Mexico

The United Mexican States , commonly known as Mexico , is a federal constitutional republic in North America. It is bordered on the north by the United States; on the south and west by the Pacific Ocean; on the southeast by Guatemala, Belize, and the Caribbean Sea; and on the east by the Gulf of...

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Laelia gouldiana can grow 1 meter (3 feet) tall. It has pink flowers.
L. gouldiana culture should be similar to that of L. anceps, in that it enjoys an extended dry period between watering. It prefers cooler temperatures, and lower humidity than most, and thrives in these conditions.