Cymbidium Forrest Place 'Queen Jewel'

Cymbidium Forrest Place 'Queen Jewel' was registered by A. L. Randall in 1993 from the cross between Cymbidium Phar Lap and Cymbidium Karen. This cultivar is valued for its upright spikes of large white to pale cream flowers with a boldly marked pink-red labellum, making it highly decorative and well suited to cool to temperate culture.

Key Characteristics

• Flower size: Large (approx. 9–10 cm)
• Flower colour & pattern: White to pale cream with a contrasting pink-red lip
• Spike habit: Upright; 2–3 spikes per bulb
• Blooming season: Mid to late season
• Plant size: Large
• Growth habit: Clumping
• Fragrance: Light fragrance possible
• Flower count per spike: 12–16 flowers
• Bloom longevity: 6–7 weeks

Care Notes

• Position: Bright filtered light with some gentle morning sun
• Water: Keep moist during growth; reduce slightly in cooler months
• Potting: Use a free-draining orchid mix; best in pots
• Feeding: Fertilise every two weeks during growth with balanced feed; use bloom booster in autumn
• Climate: Cool to temperate conditions preferred
• Repotting: Every 2–3 years after flowering when clumps are crowded