An epiphytic orchid with pendulous, highly fragrant flowers. It can produce hundreds of flowers when well grown. It naturally grows in the hollows of trees in moist temperate to sub-tropical areas. The lack of pseudo-bulbs mean that it dislikes disturbance once established. Best grown in a hollow log in decomposing eucalyptus heartwood.
Cymbidium suave – Snake orchid
Plant Information
Plant Type - Orchid
Common Name - Snake orchid
Scientific Name - Cymbidium suave
Family - Orchidaceae
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Minimum Height - 0.5
Maximum Height - 0.8
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Flower Colour - Yellow, Green
Flowering Time - Spring, Summer
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Plant Environment - Courtyard, Container growing
Climate Zone - Sub-tropical, Warm temperate
Light - Light shade, Half shade
Growth Habit - Evergreen, Open foliage
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Soil Moisture - Moist moderate drainage
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Special Uses - Cut flower
Attracts Wildlife - Bees, Other insects
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