Cymbidium Rotorua 'Rose' is a selected cultivar from the grex Cymbidium Rotorua. This hybrid is the result of a cross between Cymbidium Ngaire and Cymbidium Volcano, registered on 1 January 1982 by Valley Orchids. It produces deep rose-pink flowers with a contrasting red and white labellum on strong, upright spikes. Best suited to pot culture in cool to temperate climates.
Key Characteristics
Flower size: Medium (approx. 80 mm)
Flower colour & pattern: Deep rose-pink with red and white lip
Spike habit: Upright; multiple spikes per bulb
Blooming season: Mid season (from July)
Plant size: Medium
Growth habit: Clumping
Fragrance: Not fragrant (no fragrance noted)
Flower count per spike: Up to 15
Bloom longevity: Long-lasting
Care Notes
Position: Bright filtered light or morning sun
Water: Water well during active growth; reduce in winter
Potting: Use a free-draining orchid mix; never plant in-ground
Feeding: Apply balanced orchid fertiliser fortnightly in growth; switch to bloom booster in late summer
Climate: Cool to temperate climates; protect from frost
Repotting: Every 2–3 years after flowering or when pot-bound
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