Cymbidium Paradisian Tango 'Dancer' is a selected cultivar from the grex Cymbidium Paradisian Tango. This grex is a hybrid between Cymbidium Mary Green and Cymbidium Last Tango, registered on 5 May 2015 by Paradisia Nurs. The cultivar 'Dancer' produces well-formed brown flowers approximately 8 cm across and is noted for its strong spike production per bulb. Suitable for pot culture only, this plant performs well in cascading displays such as hanging baskets or raised containers.
Key Characteristics
Flower size: Medium (approx. 8 cm)
Flower colour & pattern: Brown with darker lip and white column highlights
Spike habit: Multiple spikes per bulb
Blooming season: Late season (from late July)
Plant size: Medium
Growth habit: Clumping
Fragrance: Not fragrant
Flower count per spike: High (approx. 10–15)
Bloom longevity: Typically 4–6 weeks
Care Notes
Position: Bright filtered light or morning sun
Water: Water regularly in active growth; reduce in winter
Potting: Use free-draining orchid mix in pots or baskets only
Feeding: Apply balanced orchid fertiliser fortnightly in growth, switch to bloom booster as buds form
Climate: Cool to temperate climates (ideal 10–25 °C)
Repotting: Every 2–3 years after flowering or when overcrowded
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.
Biosecurity States (WA, NT, TAS): These orders require mandatory biosecurity treatment (PHC) and follow a specific weekly schedule:
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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