[1] The orchid, now is extinct in the wild, was endemic to the mountains of Hidalgo state[2] and much of northeast Mexico.

[3] It grew as an epiphyte on trees in its native habitats at elevations of around 1550 metres.

[2][4] Laelia gouldiana is now only found and grown as a cultivated ornamental plant.

It can grow up to 1 metre (3.3 ft) tall and has pink flowers.

[1] It prefers an extended dry period between waterings, cooler temperatures, and lower humidity than most Laelia species.