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Cymbidium tracyanum

Plant type

orchid

size

  • H: 12"
  • W: 12"

planting zones

  • 9a-11

Cymbidium tracyanum plant details

Cymbidium tracyanum is a semi-evergreen orchid with green foliage. In fall and summer yellow flowers emerge. Features grassy texture. Grows well with 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 tracyanum

Plant type: orchid
Plant family: orchidaceae
Foliage: semi-evergreen green
Mature size: 12 IN wide, 12 IN tall
Flowers: yellow blooms in fall and summer
Uses: container plant, fragrant, houseplant, long-blooming, tropical-looking

GROWING CONDITIONS for Cymbidium tracyanum

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

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Pale yellow flowers with darker veins on this summer to autumn flowering orchid. Bright light and regular misting with occasional water. Frost hardy in USDA zone 9, so try outside in a protected spot or in pots outside until a cold snap and then enjoy them inside for the winter. Best fertilized with special orchid food or, at least, bloom fertilizer.

Gardening facts about Cymbidium tracyanum plant

How to Grow Cymbidium tracyanum

  • Sun Exposure

    • shade
  • Water Needs

    • regular
  • Soil Needs

    • average
    • well-drained
  • Special Situation

    • humidity tolerant
    • verticillium wilt resistant

Features

  • Foliage Color

    • green
  • Flower Color

    • yellow
  • Flower Season

    • summer
    • fall
  • Foliage Season

    • semi-evergreen
  • Texture

    • grassy

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