Variety Characteristics and Appreciation of the Yuhaitang Spring Orchid (Chunjian)

Yuhaitang: A Famous Plum-Petal Cultivar of Chunjian

Grower: Zhou Jiazhang

Comprehensive expert review: The celebrated Chunjian cultivar "Yuhaitang" originated in the Bashan region of Sichuan, and was later collected, cultivated and named by Shuguo Orchid. Over the years, through the recognition of numerous orchid enthusiasts and experts, it has been evaluated as the most perfect treasure among all plum-petal Chunjian cultivars discovered to date, and has won gold awards at multiple orchid expos.

Characteristics: Its leaf form combines strength and suppleness; the leaf color is deep jade-green, pure and delicate. The leaves are broad, thick and tall, with a leaf height of about 70 cm and a leaf width of about 2 cm. The leaf tips are crystal-like, and the sheaths are tall, tight and close-fitting. Its flowers are full of spirit and radiance, like a jade tree in the wind, steady and dignified, fresh and gentle, elegant and noble. The flower color is like dripping jade, giving a sense of vibrant vitality while also possessing a quality that seems far removed from the mundane world. It has a deep, rich floral fragrance, intoxicating and refreshing, like drinking fine mellow wine.