Cuiwei Chunlan (Cymbidium goeringii 'Cuiwei'): Variety Characteristics and Care Methods
Cuiwei, also known as "Xishen Tongle". The plant resembles Xishen, and the flower resembles Tongle. Petal type: Narcissus petal. History: Selected by Shen Yuanru of Wuxi before the Liberation. Characteristics: The three outer petals are long and broad, with narrow bases and flared corners, and tightly rolled edges; the petals have a dark stripe running from tip to top; the inner petals (lip petals) have a slight pouch, divided into separate segments, with a Liu Hai tongue. The flower is magnificent, with bright color and a long flower scape. The bud sheaths are light red...
Cuiwei, also known as "Xishen Tongle". The plant resembles Xishen, and the flower resembles Tongle.
Petal type: Narcissus petal
History: Selected by Shen Yuanru of Wuxi before the Liberation.
Characteristics: The three outer petals are long and broad, with narrow bases and flared corners, and tightly rolled edges; the petals have a dark stripe running from tip to top; the inner petals (lip petals) have a slight pouch, divided into separate segments, with a Liu Hai tongue. The flower is magnificent, with bright color and a long flower scape. The bud sheaths are light red, with slightly green bases. The old leaves are semi-pendulous, and the leaf texture is thick.
