Cymbidium Paradisian Ochre 'Down Under'

Name: Cymbidium Paradisian Ochre 'Down Under'
Brand: Orchids - Officer Cym
Price: 17.5 AUD
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$17.50

Size

66mm Pot

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<i>Cymbidium</i> Paradisian Ochre 'Down Under' – Cascading Burgundy Hybrid

Cymbidium Paradisian Ochre 'Down Under' is a selected cultivar from the grex Cymbidium Paradisian Ochre. It is a hybrid between Cymbidium Paradisian Bullseye and Cymbidium devonianum, registered by Paradisia Nurs. in 2015. This cultivar produces rich burgundy flowers with a boldly spotted lip, borne on long cascading spikes. Plants are suited to pot culture only and thrive in cool to temperate climates.

Key Characteristics

Flower size: Medium (approx. 6 cm)
Flower colour & pattern: Deep burgundy with a contrasting white and purple-spotted lip
Spike habit: Cascading / Multiple spikes per bulb
Blooming season: Early season (August–September)
Plant size: Medium
Growth habit: Clumping
Fragrance: Not fragrant
Flower count per spike: 10–15
Bloom longevity: 4–6 weeks

Care Notes

Position: Bright filtered light or gentle morning sun
Water: Water regularly in active growth; reduce during winter dormancy
Potting: Use free-draining orchid mix; never plant in-ground
Feeding: Fortnightly with balanced fertiliser in growth; switch to bloom booster before flowering
Climate: Cool to temperate
Repotting: Every 2–3 years after flowering

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