Cymbidium Plush Canyon 'Beenak' is a selected cultivar from the grex Cymbidium Plush Canyon. It is a registered hybrid between Cymbidium Rio Rita and Cymbidium devonianum, registered by K. Andrew O. in 1984. This older hybrid is noted for its long, cascading spikes and densely packed, red-brown flowers with spotted lips. Plants are best suited to pot culture in cool to temperate climates.
Key Characteristics
Flower size: Small to medium (approx. 5 cm)
Flower colour & pattern: Red-brown with prominent white-spotted lips
Spike habit: Cascading; multiple spikes per bulb
Blooming season: Mid to late season (September to October)
Plant size: Medium
Growth habit: Clumping
Fragrance: Not fragrant (not noted)
Flower count per spike: Up to 50 flowers
Bloom longevity: 4–6 weeks (typical)
Care Notes
Position: Bright filtered light or morning sun
Water: Water regularly during growth; reduce in winter
Potting: Use free-draining orchid mix; never plant in-ground
Feeding: Fortnightly during active growth; switch to bloom fertiliser in late winter
Climate: Cool to temperate
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.
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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