cymbidium
finlaysonianum
finlaysonianum
Care level
Difficult
This impressive orchid stands out for its unusually long flower spikes that can reach up to six feet in length, creating dramatic cascades of blooms that last for months. Unlike its more compact relatives, it's a giant among orchids with thick, sturdy leaves that grow in massive clumps, making it a showstopping specimen for hanging baskets.
Care & maintenance
Light
Bright light, usually located near windows but doesn't receive direct rays for more than an hour during the day.
Temperature
Wide range (15°C - 32°C)
Fertilization frequency
Moderate
Monthly during the growing period.
Soil
Choose a Orchid bark mix: An airy, well-draining mix designed for maximum root aeration and moisture control.
If you want to create your own substrate, you can make a mixture of the following soils:
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Pot
Wide/Shallow
Prefer a pot that is wider than it is deep.
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Features
Size & growth
Large
Upright
Slow growth
This plant grows slowly. It can reach 90 to 180 cm in height or spread.
It grows upwards without support.
Toxicity
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Reproduction & propagation
Fruits & flowers
Flowering & not self-pollinating
The cymbidium finlaysonianum can produce flowers and therefore fruits.
This plant is not capable of self-pollination, it will not be able to produce fruits if it is not pollinated by another individual.