
Cymbidium Paradisian Ochre 'Chocolada'
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Cymbidium Paradisian Ochre 'Chocolada' is a selected cultivar from the grex Cymbidium Paradisian Ochre. This grex results from a cross between Cymbidium Paradisian Bullseye and Cymbidium devonianum. It was registered on 21 May 2015 by Paradisia Nurs. 'Chocolada' is noted for its deep burgundy flowers and cascading spike habit, well suited to basket culture. This orchid is ideal for pot cultivation and performs well in cool to temperate conditions.
Key Characteristics
- Flower size: Medium (approx. 7 cm)
- Flower colour & pattern: Deep burgundy with contrasting lip markings
- Spike habit: Long cascading; multiple spikes per bulb
- Blooming season: Early season (from August)
- Plant size: Medium
- Growth habit: Clumping
- Fragrance: Not fragrant (assumed)
- Flower count per spike: 10–15 (estimated based on visual reference)
Care Notes
- Position: Bright filtered light or morning sun
- Water: Water regularly during active growth; reduce in winter
- Potting: Use free-draining orchid mix; pot culture only
- Feeding: Fertilise fortnightly during growth, monthly in cooler months
- Climate: Cool to temperate conditions
- Repotting: Every 2–3 years after flowering
Shipping Schedule and Biosecurity Information
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Dispatch & Shipping Information
Non-Biosecurity States (QLD, NSW, ACT, VIC, SA): We now offer two dispatches per week for these regions:
- Tuesday Dispatch: Orders placed by Sunday 11:59 PM AEST.
- Friday Dispatch: Orders placed by Wednesday 11:59 PM AEST. Orders placed after these cut-offs will be dispatched on the next available day.
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- Cut-off: Orders must be placed by Thursday 11:59 PM AEST.
- Dispatch Day: Orders are processed over the weekend and dispatched on Tuesday.
Plant Health Certification (PHC) Fees:
- $20 fee applies to WA orders.
- $10 fee applies to NT and TAS orders. This fee is per order (not per plant) and is included in your shipping costat checkout.
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Size: 66mm pot
