Cymbidium Sweet Devon 'Paradisia' is a selected cultivar from the grex Cymbidium Sweet Devon, which is a registered cross between Cymbidium suave × Cymbidium devonianum. This hybrid was registered by D. Cannon on 1 January 1982. This cultivar displays a slow growth habit and produces multiple cascading spikes bearing numerous small, dark-lipped flowers. It is best suited to pot culture and performs well in cool to temperate climates.
Key Characteristics
Flower size: Small (approx. 4 cm)
Flower colour & pattern: Greenish-yellow with contrasting dark lips
Spike habit: Cascading, multiple spikes per bulb
Blooming season: Mid to late season
Plant size: Medium (moderate leaf span)
Growth habit: Clumping, slow-growing
Fragrance: Not specified
Flower count per spike: 40+ flowers
Bloom longevity: 4–6 weeks
Care Notes
Position: Bright filtered light or light morning sun
Water: Keep moist during active growth; reduce in winter
Potting: Use free-draining orchid mix; not suitable for garden beds
Feeding: Fortnightly with balanced fertiliser during growth, switch to bloom booster before flowering
Climate: Cool to temperate conditions; protect from frost
Repotting: Every 2–3 years after flowering or when pot-bound
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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