Cymbidium omeiense

Also known as: The Omei or Cymbidium faberi var. omeiense in the subfamily: Epidendroideae

Native to: Sichuan - China

General Information

The Omei is a cool to warm growing orchid belonging to the sub family Epidendroideae native to China. It is named after a Mountain in Sichuan.

Plant Description

Each new growth has numerous leathery arching, lance shaped leaves

Flowers

Numerous blossoms appear during Spring

Blooming Season

• Spring

Fertiliser

These plants do well with slow release fertiliser at the rate of 2-3 pellets per cup (250ml) of media. Additional fertiliser during the growth period may be beneficial, but not necessary.