Cymbidium (Wallacia x Coraki) 'Everlasting'

Cymbidium (Wallacia × Coraki Gold) 'Everlasting' is a selected cultivar from the grex Cymbidium (Wallacia × Coraki Gold). The parentage combines Cymbidium Wallacia and Cymbidium Coraki Gold. This hybrid is noted for its vibrant golden-yellow blooms marked with red, produced on strong upright spikes. Registered details are not publicly listed, but it is cultivated for pot culture in cool to temperate climates.

Key Characteristics

• Flower size: Large (approx. 100 mm)
• Flower colour & pattern: Bright yellow with red brushstroke markings and bold red lip
• Spike habit: Tall upright spikes
• Blooming season: July to September
• Plant size: Medium to large
• Growth habit: Clumping with multiple spikes per bulb
• Fragrance: Not fragrant
• Flower count per spike: 10–15 flowers
• Bloom longevity: Long lasting (estimated 6+ weeks)

Care Notes

• Position: Bright filtered light or gentle morning sun
• Water: Keep moist during active growth; reduce in winter
• Potting: Free-draining orchid mix; not suitable for garden beds
• Feeding: Fortnightly during growth; switch to bloom booster before flowering
• Climate: Cool to temperate conditions (ideally 5–25°C)
• Repotting: Every 2–3 years after flowering or when overcrowded