Cymbidium Piccaninny ‘Measles’ × devonianum – Rare Collector’s Cymbidium (Unflowered)

Cymbidium Piccaninny ‘Measles’ × Cymbidium devonianum is a remarkable one-off hybrid combining the spotted beauty of Piccaninny ‘Measles’ with the cascading grace of devonianum. The flowers display intricate speckling over golden-brown petals and sepals, with a rich, dark lip marked in deep burgundy and crimson tones. Each inflorescence arches elegantly, carrying a generous number of blooms that open in sequence for a long-lasting display.

This is unflowered, the pictures are of another clone from the same flask.

Background

• Grex: Cymbidium Piccaninny ‘Measles’ × Cymbidium devonianum
• Parentage Notes: Piccaninny hybrids are admired for bold markings and compact shape, while devonianum adds pendulous habit and warmth-tolerant vigour.

Key Characteristics

• Flower size: Around 5 cm across, medium and well-proportioned.
• Spike habit: Pendulous, producing long cascading sprays of well-spaced blooms.
• Colour: Rich gold to copper base with bold burgundy spotting and a dark, heavily marked lip.
• Fragrance: Light and pleasant when mature.
• Growth habit: Compact and tidy, developing multiple bulbs under good culture.
• Rarity: One-off release – not part of a wider batch.

Care

• Light: Bright filtered light or early morning sun.
• Temperature: Cool to intermediate (10–25 °C).
• Water: Keep evenly moist during growth; allow slight drying between waterings in winter.
• Feeding: Regular balanced orchid fertiliser every 2–3 weeks during active growth, less in cooler months.
• Potting: Coarse, free-draining Cymbidium mix to ensure good aeration.