Water
Water thoroughly when the potting medium is nearly dry. Avoid overwatering, which can lead to root rot. Reduce watering during the cooler, dormant periods in winter.
Ensure good drainage to prevent waterlogged conditions.
Cymbidium floribundum is a miniature orchid species native to East Asia, known for its abundant, fragrant, and colorful flowers. It thrives in cool, moist environments.
At-a-glance light, water, soil, and growing conditions from plant data
Bright, Indirect
75% intensity
Bright light, but avoid direct midday sun which can scorch leaves.
Moderate
50% intensity
Allow medium to dry slightly between waterings.
Well-draining orchid mix
50% intensity
Moderate
50% intensity
Prefers intermediate temperatures, with cooler nights in winter to promote blooming.
Outdoor, Indoor
50% intensity
Moderate
50% intensity
Fertilize during growth, reduce in dormancy.
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
Water thoroughly when the potting medium is nearly dry. Avoid overwatering, which can lead to root rot. Reduce watering during the cooler, dormant periods in winter.
Ensure good drainage to prevent waterlogged conditions.
Remove spent flower spikes at their base once blooming is finished. Trim away any dead, yellowing, or damaged leaves or pseudobulbs as needed. This helps maintain plant health and encourages new growth.
Propagation is primarily done through division of mature pseudobulbs during repotting. Separate clumps with at least three pseudobulbs and a healthy root system. Allow the divisions to air dry for a day before potting.
Repot every two to three years, or when the potting medium begins to break down. Choose a well-draining orchid mix. Repot after flowering, typically in spring, to minimize disturbance to the plant's growth cycle.
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Monthly activity intensity for bloom and fruit across both hemispheres.
Flowering & fruiting calendar
Flowering & fruiting calendar
Photos of Cymbidium Floribundum (Cymbidium floribundum)
Common names and botanical synonyms
Botanical classification
| Rank | Name |
|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae |
| Division | Tracheophyta |
| Class | Liliopsida |
| Order | Asparagales |
| Family | Orchidaceae |
| Genus | Cymbidium |
| Species | Cymbidium floribundum |
Similar in genus Cymbidium
Answers based on plant encyclopedia data
