Cymbidium goeringii

Cymbidium goeringii, also known as the noble orchid, is a beautiful species of the genus Cymbidium. This orchid is native to temperate locations in East Asia, including Japan, China, Taiwan, and South Korea. It can also be found in the eastern and western Himalayas. The type specimen was collected in Japan. This small-sized, evergreen orchid has egg-shaped pseudobulbs covered with four to seven leaf-bearing sheaths. The narrow and linear leaves can grow up to 40cm long and 0.5-1cm wide. The short, upright flowering stems can reach up to 10cm in height and carry one to three small, fragrant flowers. Each flower can measure up to 5cm across. There are different flowering forms of Cymbidium goeringii, displaying yellow, orange, or olive-green colored flowers. In its natural habitat, Cymbidium goeringii typically grows in forests and rocky slopes at elevations ranging from 300 to 3000 meters above sea level. It has tiny pseudobulbs located by its leaf bases, and each plant has leaves that are approximately 15-40 cm long and 0.5-1 cm wide. This orchid species prefers to bloom during the winter and spring seasons. Each stem produces a 1-2 inch (2-5 cm) 1-flowered inflorescence. The flowers of Cymbidium goeringii are usually yellowy-green with brownish veins and emit a strong scent reminiscent of lemon, lily of the valley, or jasmine. Overall, Cymbidium goeringii is a captivating orchid species known for its elegance and fragrance.