Cymbidiums
Cymbidium, or cymbidiums, commonly known as boat orchids, is a genus in the orchid family (Orchidaceae), subtribe Cymbidiinae, comprising about 50–70 species native to Asia and Australia. They are evergreen plants that are typically epiphytic or lithophytic and are widely cultivated for their long-lasting inflorescences.
Plants have elongated pseudobulbs and straplike leaves. Flower stalks arise at the base and bear racemes of
In nature they occupy forests and rocky slopes from the Himalayas to Southeast Asia and northern Australia.
Care and propagation: use coarse, well-drained media such as bark; water thoroughly when the medium dries but
Uses and significance: Cymbidiums are popular in horticulture for ornament and cut flowers; in East Asia they