Overview
Cymbidium Langleyense gx 'Cascade' is a clump-forming conservatory greenhouse in the genus Cymbidium, part of the Orchidaceae family, with evergreen foliage. Cymbidium Langleyense gx 'Cascade' grows best in full sun, and tolerates loam soils and neutral pH. Its UK hardiness is rated H1b. Suggested uses include houseplants, conservatories and greenhouses.
About
Cymbidium Langleyense gx 'Cascade' is a clump-forming cultivar of the Cymbidium genus, which comprises orchids that can grow as epiphytes, lithophytes, or terrestrial plants. This evergreen orchid produces multiple long-lasting flowers on erect or arching spikes emerging from spherical to ovoid pseudobulbs. It thrives in full sun on a south-facing, sheltered aspect with well-drained, neutral loam soil. Suitable for cultivation in bark-based orchid compost, it prefers cool to intermediate temperatures between 7 and 24°C, bright light without direct midday sun, and can be grown outdoors in summer shade. This cultivar is hardy to UK zone H1b and is ideal for houseplants, conservatories, and greenhouses, with interest throughout all seasons.
About the genus
Cymbidium, commonly known as boat orchids, is a genus of evergreen flowering plants in the orchid family Orchidaceae. Orchids in this genus are epiphytic, lithophytic, terrestrial or rarely leafless saprophytic herbs usually with pseudobulbs. There are usually between three and twelve leaves arranged in two ranks on each pseudobulb or shoot and lasting for several years.
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Growing conditions
Best soil and position for Cymbidium
- Sunlight
- Full sun
- Soil type
- Loam
- Soil pH
- Neutral
- Soil moisture
- Well-drained
- Aspect
- South-facing
- Exposure
- Sheltered
- UK hardiness
- H1b
Plant details
Cymbidium Langleyense gx 'Cascade' size, habit and characteristics
- Plant type
- Conservatory Greenhouse
- Habit
- Clump-forming
- Foliage
- Evergreen
- Suggested uses
- Houseplants, Conservatories, Greenhouses
Care notes
Pruning and caring for Cymbidium Langleyense gx 'Cascade'
- Propagation
- Division
- Pest resistance
- Aphids, Red spider mite, Scale insects, Mealybugs
- Disease resistance
- Generally disease-free
Frequently asked questions
Where is the best place to plant Cymbidium Langleyense gx 'Cascade'?
Cymbidium Langleyense gx 'Cascade' prefers full sun. It suits sheltered positions.
What soil does Cymbidium Langleyense gx 'Cascade' need?
Cymbidium Langleyense gx 'Cascade' grows best in loam soil. It prefers neutral soil. Aim for soil that stays well-drained.
Is Cymbidium Langleyense gx 'Cascade' hardy in the UK?
Cymbidium Langleyense gx 'Cascade' has an RHS hardiness rating of H1b, meaning it needs subtropical warmth of 10–15°C and must be grown under glass in the UK.
How do I propagate Cymbidium Langleyense gx 'Cascade'?
Division.