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Black Spots on Mini-Cattleya Hybrid: Repotting and Identification

BoDean moved from FL to SC; mini-Cattleya has yellow leaf tips with black spots. Expert: likely Brassavola nodosa hybrid (night-fragrant, purple-spotted lip). Yellow tips = old mix breaking down, holding moisture. Cut out spotted sections. Repot in fresh mix with inorganic additives (charcoal/lava rock ≤½ inch) when new growth starts. Recommended Carter & Holmes Orchids in Newberry, SC for local advice/plants.

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