Brassavola nodosa 'Mickey Mouse' is a miniature version of a species that is normally much larger. Brassavola nodosa ordinarily has terete (pencil-like) growths that are around 15 cm long and has flowers about 9 cm in size. This clone is less than half that size.
Brassavola nodosa ranges across Mexico and Central America, the Caribbean, and northern South America. It is very fragrant at night , hence the nickname, "Lady of the Night." It is often used in hybridizing and imparts both its spidery shape and good color to its offspring.
The input from some who have seen this post convinces me that this is not Brassavola nodosa, but possibly B. subulifolia or a hybrid of that species and nodosa. Anyone with further input is welcome.
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