In what kind of environment does Cymbidium kanran grow best?

Morphological characteristics of Cymbidium kanran

Cymbidium kanran is a terrestrial plant; its pseudobulbs are ovoid. About2-4cm long, with a width of1-1.5cm, mostly enclosed within the leaf bases.

It has3-5or7leaves, strap-shaped, thinly leathery, dark green, with a slight sheen, with a length of40-70cm and a width of9-17mm; the front edges often have fine teeth, and the joint is located about4-5cm from the base.

The flower scape arises from the base of the pseudobulb, about25-80cm long, and stands upright. The raceme loosely bears5-12flowers; the floral bracts are narrowly lanceolate, the lowest ones up to4cm long, while the middle and upper ones are relatively shorter, nearly equal in length to the pedicel and ovary; about2-2.5cm long; the lip is usually pale yellow-green or pale yellow, and may also come in other colors, with a strong fragrance; the column is1-1.7cm long, slightly curved forward, with narrow wings on both sides; there are4pollinia, in2pairs, broadly ovoid.

The flowering period of Cymbidium kanran varies by region, and it is usually divided into three types: spring Cymbidium kanran, summer Cymbidium kanran, and autumn Cymbidium kanran.

Growth habits of Cymbidium kanran

Cymbidium kanran grows under forest canopy, in stream valleys, or on slightly shaded, moist, rocky soil, at an altitude of400-2400m.

Cymbidium kanran is suitable for growing in an environment with air circulation. It is fond of cool shade, and direct sunlight must absolutely be avoided; it likes moisture and must not be kept too dry.15℃-30°C is the most suitable environment for growth.35Above °C, its growth becomes poor.5Severe cold below °C will seriously affect its growth vigor; at this time, Cymbidium kanran is often in a dormant state.

Cymbidium kanran has fleshy roots, and it is suitable to use humus-rich sandy loam; drainage must be good, and leaf mold or mountain soil containing more humus should be chosen.

The flower language of Cymbidium kanran

Flower language:Quiet, secluded and elegant

Cymbidium kanran belongs to the genus Cymbidium in the orchid family (Orchidaceae). Its plant form is slender, its leaf posture elegant and graceful, and it has gorgeous, varied flower colors as well as a clear, mellow, lingering fragrance. It can combine the beauty of many orchids in one and gather the spiritual essence of all things into one. It has the most admirers in Japan and South Korea.