Cymbidium ensifolium [gyokuchin]
Also Known As
- Cymbidium gyokuchin
- Cymbidium Orchid
Plant type
perennial, orchid
size
- H: 6"-12"
- W: 4"-10"
planting zones
- 8b-10b
Cymbidium ensifolium [gyokuchin] plant details
Cymbidium ensifolium [gyokuchin] is a broadleaf evergreen perennial orchid with green foliage. In spring and winter green and yellow flowers emerge. Features glossy texture. Grows well with bright shade - mostly shade and even moisture - regular water. Does well in average and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something verticillium wilt resistant.
CHARACTERISTICS OF Cymbidium ensifolium [gyokuchin]
- Plant type: perennial orchid
- Plant family: orchidaceae
- Foliage: evergreen green
- Mature size: 4 IN - 10 IN - wide, 6 IN - 12 IN - tall
- Flowers: green and yellow blooms in spring and winter
- Uses: container plant, houseplant, winter interest
GROWING CONDITIONS for Cymbidium ensifolium [gyokuchin]
- USDA Zones: 8b - 10b
- Sun exposure: bright shade - mostly shade
- Watering frequency: even moisture - regular
- Resistant to: verticillium wilt
- Soil needs: average and well-drained
Nursery contributed plant descriptions
By: Cistus Nursery
Gardening facts about Cymbidium ensifolium [gyokuchin] plant
How to Grow Cymbidium ensifolium [gyokuchin]
Sun Exposure
- bright shade - mostly shade
Water Needs
- even moisture - regular
Soil Needs
- average
- well-drained
Special Situation
- verticillium wilt resistant
Features
Foliage Color
- green
Flower Color
- yellow
- green
Flower Season
- spring
- winter
Foliage Season
- evergreen
Texture
- glossy
Landscape groups by tags
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Plant Type
Perennial, Orchid
Zones
9b-11
Size
Height: 10"-12"
Width: 4"-12"
- mostly shade - shade
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Plant Type
Perennial, Orchid
Zones
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Size
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Width: 8"-15"
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- even moisture - regular
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Plant Type
Orchid
Zones
9b-11
Size
Height: 12"
Width: 12"
- bright shade
- regular
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Plant Type
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Zones
8a-11
Size
Height: 10"-12"
Width: 4"-12"
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Plant Type
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Zones
9a-10b
Size
Height: 10"-12"
Width: 4"-12"
- shade
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