Cymbidium roseum J.J.Sm.

 Cymbidium roseum J.J.Sm., Orch. Java 475.

Cymbidium roseum J.J.Sm., Photos by Américo Pereira

its native range is W. Malesia

Synonyms:

Cyperorchis rosea (J.J.Sm.) Schltr.

English name:

The Rose-Colored Cymbidium.

Flower Size:

5.5 cm.

Distribution:

Jawa, Malaya, Sumatera.

Ecological:

In crevices on vertical rock faces or low down on trees at elevations around 1450 to 2500 m.

Culture:

Plant should be grown in warm to cool areas with medium light. Pot with bark and perlite. Plant prefers dry periods between watering. Reduce watering during the winter. Water about once a week. Plant can also be mounted.

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