Also known as Ink Orchid
Cymbidium sinense, a striking orchid native to Asia, features elegant arching leaves and fragrant, long-lasting blooms in shades of green, white, and sometimes pink.
At-a-glance light, water, soil, and growing conditions from plant data
Bright indirect
75% intensity
Prefers bright, filtered light, avoiding 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
Ideal daytime temperatures are 20-25°C, with a slight drop to 10-15°C at night to encourage blooming.
Moderate
50% intensity
Fertilize during the growing season with a balanced orchid fertilizer.
Safety information from plant toxicity data
| Attribute | Value |
|---|---|
| Toxic for humans | No 0/5 intensity |
| Toxic for pets | No 0/5 intensity |
None
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, typically once a week during the growing season. Reduce watering in winter to prevent root rot.
Ensure good drainage to avoid waterlogged conditions, which can be detrimental to Cymbidium sinense.
Prune away any dead, damaged, or yellowing leaves and flower spikes to maintain plant health and appearance. Remove old, spent pseudobulbs after flowering to encourage new growth.
Sterilize pruning tools between cuts to prevent disease transmission.
Cymbidium sinense is typically propagated by division. When repotting, carefully separate the pseudobulbs, ensuring each division has at least three healthy pseudobulbs and some roots.
Allow the divisions to dry for a day or two before repotting.
Repot every 2-3 years, or when the potting medium begins to break down. Choose a well-draining orchid mix. Repot after flowering, preferably in spring, to avoid disturbing new root growth.
Ensure the new pot is only slightly larger than the current root ball.
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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 Cymbidium Sinense (Cymbidium sinense) 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 sinense |
Similar in genus Cymbidium
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