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Cymbidium ensifolium 'Green Top'

Also Known As

Day's Cymbidium
Phoenix Orchid
Tree Orchid

Plant type

perennial, orchid

size

H: 10"-12"
W: 4"-12"

planting zones

9b-11

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Cymbidium ensifolium 'Green Top' plant details

Cymbidium ensifolium 'Green Top' is a broadleaf semi-evergreen perennial orchid with green foliage. In summer flowers emerge. Grows well with mostly shade - shade and regular water. Does well in average and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something humidity tolerant and verticillium wilt resistant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Cymbidium ensifolium 'Green Top'

Plant type: perennial orchid
Plant family: orchidaceae
Foliage: semi-evergreen green
Mature size: 4 IN - 12 IN - wide, 10 IN - 12 IN - tall
Uses: container plant, fragrant, houseplant, long-blooming, tropical-looking

GROWING CONDITIONS for Cymbidium ensifolium 'Green Top'

USDA Zones: 9b - 11
Sun exposure: mostly shade - shade
Watering frequency: regular
Resistant to: humidity and verticillium wilt
Soil needs: average and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

An attractive Orchid for shade in tropical to subtropical climates. Green flowers with rusty brown markings on compact evergreen plants with lance shaped leaves. Dappled shade to shade outdoors, bright indirect light as a house plant. Well drained soil with regular water. USDA zone 9b to 11.