How to Care for Cymbidium sinense (Chinese cymbidium)
Korean name: 보세란
Cymbidium sinense is an orchid with long, narrow, and stiff leaves. It blooms fragrant and beautiful flowers in spring and is popular as a gift plant during Lunar New Year. It grows well in cool, bright environments with moderate watering.
Key facts
- Category: Flowering plant
- Difficulty: Moderate
- Where to keep: indoors
- Native to: East Asia, including China and Korea
- Growth rate: Moderate
- Pets: Mildly toxic, so keep pets from chewing on it.
- Flower meaning: Elegance, nobility
- Traits: orchid, fragrant, spring blooming, gift plant, cool environment
- Also known as: Chinese cymbidium, Chinese orchid
Care Guide
- Light: Place in a bright spot with indirect sunlight.
- Watering: Water thoroughly when the soil dries out.
- Soil: Use well-draining orchid potting mix.
- Humidity: Maintain moderate humidity.
- Temperature: 15~25°C
- Fertilizer: Fertilize monthly with orchid fertilizer during growing season.
Common questions
How often should you water Cymbidium sinense?
Water thoroughly when the soil dries out. Roughly every 7 days is the baseline; adjust for the season and the spot it sits in.
Where should you keep Cymbidium sinense?
Light: Place in a bright spot with indirect sunlight. You can grow it indoors. Soil: Use well-draining orchid potting mix.
Is Cymbidium sinense safe around pets?
Mildly toxic, so keep pets from chewing on it.
Is Cymbidium sinense good for beginners?
Difficulty: Moderate. Temperature: 15~25°C. Humidity: Maintain moderate humidity. Fertiliser: Fertilize monthly with orchid fertilizer during growing season.