Characteristics of the Chun Jian orchid variety 'Cuiyu Haitang'

Cuiyu Haitang, a pure-bred Chun Jian from Sichuan, is a fine example of the Chun Jian "Piaomen" narcissus type. The outer petals of this flower are thick and substantial, lifting slightly, and at just the right expressive point they fix the flower's form; the entire flower is elegant and lively, lively yet not lacking in substance, avoiding the somewhat stiff regret of the standard plum-petal type. The lip is rounded, neither square nor lacking, making up for the shortcoming of some Piaomen narcissus types that lack a lip; the lip's spots are vividly colored, like a few dots of red amid a sea of green, creating a strong visual impact with exceptionally distinct layers. The soft petals (ruan peng) form the central column, outlining gentle lines that echo the outer petals, setting off a harmonious beauty. Each scape bears three to six flowers, with moderate spacing and an irregular, well-arranged scatter, a perfect combination of substance and elegance, most rare indeed.