Cymbidium hybrids
Cymbidium Orchid
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Cymbidium Orchid (Cymbidium hybrids) - Description
Cymbidium is native to high altitudes in Southeast Asia. It is easy to culture and blooms best when given as much light as possible. Usually blooms from midwinter to midspring.
Cymbidium Orchid (Cymbidium hybrids) - Blooming
Bloom times and flower hues vary among species. C. hookerianum bears fragrant flowers in early winter, apple-green in color.
Cymbidium Orchid (Cymbidium hybrids) - Growth
Long, narrow, grass like leaves form a sheath around stout pseudo bulb. They prefer 45-55°F (7-12°C) night temperature and up to 80-90°F (7-12°C) day temperature. Temperatures as low as 28°F (7-12°C), for short periods only. For harder frosts, cover with polyethylene film or bring indoors.
Cymbidium Orchid (Cymbidium hybrids) - Planting
Except in frost-free areas, you should grow in containers. Transplant potted plants when bulbs fill pot. Keep a minimum of three healthy (with foliage) bulbs in each division, and dust cuts with sulfur or charcoal (to prevent rot).
Cymbidium Orchid (Cymbidium hybrids) - Pest
Spider mites, mealybugs, and scale insects. Other, often serious problems, include ringspot viruses, mosaic viruses, gray mold, root rot, bacterial soft rot, and pseudobulb rots.
Cymbidium Orchid (Cymbidium hybrids) - Interesting facts
Cymbidium foliage can aggravate the skin upon contact.
Cymbidium Orchid (Cymbidium hybrids) - Soil and irrigation
Keep soil moist during growth. Use epiphytic or terrestrial orchid potting mix. Variety with added charcoal and bone meal is best.
