Cymbidium Vogel's Magic 'Waikanae' is a selected cultivar from the grex Cymbidium Vogel's Magic. This hybrid originates from a cross between Cymbidium Tethys and Cymbidium Vogelsang. It was registered by N. Porter in 1994. 'Waikanae' is a compact plant well suited to basket culture, producing rich burgundy flowers with prominent spotted lips. Best grown as a potted plant, never in-ground.
Key Characteristics
Flower size: Medium (approx. 6 cm)
Flower colour & pattern: Burgundy with heavy dark spotting on the lip
Spike habit: Short, cascading spikes with multiple spikes per bulb
Blooming season: Mid-season (August–September)
Plant size: Compact
Growth habit: Clumping
Fragrance: Not fragrant (assumed)
Flower count per spike: Approximately 10–12
Bloom longevity: 4–6 weeks
Care Notes
Position: Bright filtered light or gentle morning sun
Water: Water regularly during growth; reduce in winter
Potting: Use a free-draining orchid mix; pot only, not suitable for in-ground
Feeding: Fertilise fortnightly in active growth, monthly in cooler months
Climate: Cool to temperate conditions preferred
Repotting: Every 2–3 years after flowering
Shipping Schedule and Biosecurity Information
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Dispatch & Shipping Information
ALL STATES (including WA, NT, TAS): We now offer a universal, streamlined schedule with two dispatches per week for all regions. This schedule includes all necessary biosecurity treatment and processing for plants sent interstate.
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.
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 cost at checkout. It covers the mandatory biosecurity treatments (ICA-29, PS-27, ICA-62) required for interstate compliance.
Important Note: We operate independently from Collectors Corner. For any enquiries, please refer to our Help Centre (Contact Page).
