Some hybrids, most notably the Maudiae crosses, are more warmth tolerant and achieve first bloom on fairly young growths. A wonderful selection if you want to try something different. They grow well and make a nice presentation in hanging baskets. For the Orchid breeder this newly collected alliance makes very versatile hybrids. Being very rapid growers it is sometimes best to think of this plant as a potted garden plant.
Standards can be large and showy while miniatures are better for warmer growing conditions.
Often deciduous these Orchids have challenging cultural properties including strict active and dormant periods, which are marked by the growing or dropping of leaves. Some of the hottest colored flowers also come out of this alliance. If you desire eye-popping purples, or succulent oranges this is the Orchid for you. Great for fragrance and color, mature miltonias can bloom several times a year. Their care is similar to the odontoglossum group.