How to distinguish Cymbidium kanran from Cymbidium goeringii when they are not in bloom
This plant was collected in 2009 from the Fuzuo forest area of Langshui Township, Rong County. When collected, it was only a single seedling with a dragon root, and its plant form showed relatively strong lotus-petal characteristics. Looking at the whole flower: its constricted base and flared corners, cupping, and the vividness of its red color are all better than those of Honghe Guan, and a good constricted base is a standout feature that lotus-petal types from Rong County find hard to surpass. This follows the Honghe Guan, Lianzi He, and extra-large lotus types collected from Rong County...
(1) The leaf margins of Cymbidium goeringii have obvious serrations, and the secondary veins and the surrounding mesophyll tissue form a roof-like inverted "V" shape; the leaf margins of Cymbidium kanran have inconspicuous serrations, and the secondary veins and the surrounding mesophyll tissue are relatively smooth.
(2) The leaves of Cymbidium kanran are relatively broad and soft, while the leaves of Cymbidium goeringii are relatively narrow and rough.
(3) The pseudobulbs of Cymbidium kanran are thick and spindle-shaped, while the pseudobulbs of Cymbidium goeringii are short, round, and small.
(4) The roots of Cymbidium kanran are longer and thicker than those of Cymbidium goeringii.