Water
Keep the potting medium consistently moist but not waterlogged during active growth. Reduce watering significantly in winter, allowing the medium to dry out between waterings.
Overwatering can lead to root rot, so ensure good drainage.
Also known as Aloe-Leaved Cymbidium
Aloe-Leafed Cymbidium (Cymbidium aloifolium) is an epiphytic orchid native to Southeast Asia, known for its leathery, strap-like leaves and cascading flower spikes.
At-a-glance light, water, soil, and growing conditions from plant data
Bright, indirect light
75% intensity
Avoid direct midday sun, which can scorch leaves. Morning or late afternoon sun is beneficial.
Regular watering during growth, reduced in winter
50% intensity
Allow medium to dry slightly between waterings in dormancy.
Well-draining orchid mix
50% intensity
Warm to intermediate
50% intensity
Daytime: 21-27°C; Nighttime: 13-18°C. A slight drop in night temperature encourages flowering.
Regular feeding during growing season
50% intensity
Use balanced orchid fertilizer, diluted, from spring to autumn.
Safety information from plant toxicity data
| Attribute | Value |
|---|---|
| Toxic for humans | No 0/5 intensity |
| Toxic for pets | No 0/5 intensity |
Key traits and growing stats from plant data
Watering, pruning, propagation, and repotting details from plant data
Keep the potting medium consistently moist but not waterlogged during active growth. Reduce watering significantly in winter, allowing the medium to dry out between waterings.
Overwatering can lead to root rot, so ensure good drainage.
Pruning is generally minimal for Cymbidium aloifolium. Remove spent flower spikes and any dead or damaged leaves or pseudobulbs as needed. This helps maintain plant health and aesthetics.
Propagation is typically done by division of mature pseudobulbs during repotting. Each division should have at least three healthy pseudobulbs and some roots to ensure successful establishment.
Repot every 2-3 years, preferably after flowering, when the plant outgrows its pot or the potting medium degrades. Use a well-draining orchid mix. Trim any dead or decaying roots before repotting.
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Monthly activity intensity for bloom and fruit across both hemispheres.
Flowering & fruiting calendar
Flowering & fruiting calendar
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Where Aloe-Leafed Cymbidium (Cymbidium aloifolium) is found
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Common names and botanical synonyms
Botanical classification
| Rank | Name |
|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae |
| Division | Tracheophyta |
| Class | Liliopsida |
| Order | Asparagales |
| Family | Orchidaceae |
| Genus | Cymbidium |
| Species | Cymbidium aloifolium |
Similar in genus Cymbidium
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