What is Douban Orchid? Let us introduce you to this orchid family plant

Genus and species of Douban Orchid

Microspermae order, Orchidaceae family, Cymbidium genus

Distribution of Douban Orchid

It can be grown in most areas south of the Yangtze River, with Yunnan as the main cultivation area. The Douban Orchid of Yunnan has won the Special Gold Award at the China Orchid Expo.

Morphological characteristics of Douban Orchid

The leaf shape is semi-drooping or upright, with strong uprightness. The leaf margins have tiny serrations. The leaves are clustered, linear in shape, with obvious veins, transparent in appearance, and no leaf stalk ring. The leaf sheath does not tighten at the waist. The petals resemble peeled bean grains, hence the name Douban Orchid. The lip is divided into three thick lobes, and the petal edges are slightly pointed or bluntly rounded, with essentially no fragrance. The Douban Orchid has a long flowering period, good petal shape, and brilliant flower colors, attracting the attention of many flower enthusiasts.

Growth habits of Douban Orchid

The Douban Orchid is not particular about its growing environment. It can grow whether in a warm indoor space, or on hillsides, valleys, gullies, and other locations. It is also not strict about soil choice, and can grow in red soil, podzolic soil, and humus soil. The suitable growth temperature range is wide, from 15 to 35 degrees. The flowering period is from December to March of the following year.