{"product_id":"cymbidium-lowianum-var-lowianum-1","title":"Cymbidium lowianum var. lowianum","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003eCymbidium lowianum\u003c\/i\u003e var. \u003ci\u003elowianum\u003c\/i\u003e is a classic species cymbidium known for its elegant arching spikes of green to yellow-green flowers with richly marked lips. This species has played a major role in modern cymbidium breeding and remains highly regarded by collectors for its natural form, vigour, and cold tolerance.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eMature plants can produce long cascading to arching flower spikes carrying multiple blooms, often with strong red and white lip markings. Established specimens become impressive plants over time, developing large pseudobulbs and broad arching foliage.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eThese plants are struck backbulbs taken directly from the original mother plant and are not mericlones or tissue culture produced. Each plant is individually propagated from mature flowering stock, preserving the characteristics of the original clone.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eBackbulbs are older pseudobulbs that have been encouraged to produce new growth. While they can take time to establish into larger plants, they are a traditional method of propagating desirable cymbidium clones and are valued by collectors seeking original divisions rather than mass-produced material.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003ch2\u003eCare\u003c\/h2\u003e \u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLight:\u003c\/strong\u003e Bright filtered light to gentle morning sun.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWater:\u003c\/strong\u003e Keep evenly moist during active growth. Reduce watering slightly during colder months.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTemperature:\u003c\/strong\u003e Cool to intermediate growing. Established plants tolerate light frost.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHumidity:\u003c\/strong\u003e Average humidity with good airflow preferred.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMedia:\u003c\/strong\u003e Open, free-draining cymbidium orchid mix.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFeeding:\u003c\/strong\u003e Feed regularly during active growth with a balanced orchid fertiliser.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003c\/ul\u003e \u003ch2\u003eKey Characteristics\u003c\/h2\u003e \u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFlower size:\u003c\/strong\u003e Medium to large species flowers\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFlower colour:\u003c\/strong\u003e Green to yellow-green with red and white lip markings\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSpike habit:\u003c\/strong\u003e Arching to cascading multi-flowered spikes\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBlooming season:\u003c\/strong\u003e Winter to spring\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFragrance:\u003c\/strong\u003e Mild sweet fragrance possible\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePlant size:\u003c\/strong\u003e Large species cymbidium when mature\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGrowth habit:\u003c\/strong\u003e Clumping epiphytic\/lithophytic orchid\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSpecial feature:\u003c\/strong\u003e Important species in modern cymbidium breeding\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePropagation:\u003c\/strong\u003e Struck backbulbs from the original plant, not mericlones\u003c\/li\u003e \u003c\/ul\u003e \u003ch2\u003eWhat You Are Buying\u003c\/h2\u003e \u003cp\u003eEstablished struck backbulb with active new growth. Plants are propagated directly from mature flowering stock and are not currently in flower unless stated otherwise.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Orchids - Office","offers":[{"title":"100mm Pot","offer_id":51609371443488,"sku":null,"price":49.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0788\/6261\/4816\/files\/20260515_143017.jpg?v=1778819485","url":"https:\/\/collectorsonline.com.au\/products\/cymbidium-lowianum-var-lowianum-1","provider":"Collectors Online","version":"1.0","type":"link"}