What unique characteristics does the Chunlan 'Qingmei' orchid have? Introduction to Chunlan varieties

Qingmei is a famous Chunlan cultivar. In 1982, Ye Zhiqing of Lizhu, Shaoxing, dug it up on Duixi Mountain in Shengxian County. Ye Zhiqing was an expert orchid grower with a deep love for orchids, and Qingmei was one of the varieties he discovered; he also discovered other orchid varieties. First, let us look at the characteristics of Qingmei.

The Qingmei orchid has waves of delicate fragrance, with slanted, arch-shaped leaves that are thick and broad, emerald in color and glossy on the surface. The outer three petals are round-headed with narrowed bases, silkworm-moth-shaped column, and a ruyi tongue. The leaves are upright with a broad blade, and the buds are purplish red.The petals are thick and substantial, emerald green in color, with green vein lines in the petals, a tall scape, and a well-formed flower.