Cymbidium Wallacia 'Burnt Gold'
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Cymbidium Wallacia 'Burnt Gold' is a selected cultivar from the grex Cymbidium Wallacia. It is a hybrid between Cymbidium Warona and Cymbidium Alnwick Castle, registered by Wondabah in 1974. This cultivar produces vivid orange flowers with a bold red-and-yellow lip, presented on tall upright spikes. Suitable for pot culture only, it performs well in cool to temperate climates.
Key Characteristics
- Flower size: Large (approx. 10 cm)
- Flower colour & pattern: Rich orange petals with red tones and a contrasting yellow-edged lip
- Spike habit: Upright / Multiple spikes per bulb
- Blooming season: Mid to late season (from July)
- Plant size: Medium to large
- Growth habit: Upright, clumping
- Fragrance: Not fragrant (not stated)
- Flower count per spike: 10–15
- Bloom longevity: Long-lasting (typically 4–6 weeks)
Care Notes
- Position: Bright filtered light or morning sun
- Water: Water regularly during active growth; reduce in winter
- Potting: Use free-draining orchid mix; never plant in-ground
- Feeding: Fertilise fortnightly during growth, switching to bloom formula before flowering
- 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.
Important Note: We operate independently from Collectors Corner. For any enquiries, please refer to our contact page
Size: 66mm Pot
