Introduction to the Characteristics of the Cymbidium Lianbanlan Variety 'Zixihe'

It belongs to the Cymbidium lianbanlan (Lianban orchid) variety group. This variety is a broad-leaf, large-flowered lotus-petal type. The leaves are about 50 cm long and 1.0-1.6 cm wide, with 5-7 leaves per plant. The leaf tips are bluntly rounded and form a hood, the middle of the leaf is broad and fish-belly-shaped, the leaf texture is thick and supple, the leaf base is relatively short, and the leaves droop naturally. The plant form is free and elegant, refined and beautiful. The flower scape is 20-30 cm tall, with the flowers held above the leaves. One scape bears 2-3 flowers. The petals are plump, thick and supple, delicate and smooth. The flower color is yellow-red, with clearly visible purple veins. The three outer petals curve into a spoon-like hood, the petals are broad and round, clasping together in a hemispherical shape, the lip is broad, large and rounded, with a large Ruyi tongue; the colored markings are very large and striking. The flower form is neat and rigorous, harmonious and complete, and the flowers and leaves complement each other beautifully, fully displaying a magnanimous, grand and magnificent air of distinction.