Blooming ensifolium

[Lagoon]

A warm grower currenly in bloom. My first cym. Lovely scent!
Cybidium ensifolium V. Tie Gu Su Xin.
Thanks for lookin'

[cb977]

Lovely! Is it fragrant?

[pheli]

Su Xin is the alba form of this species. There are several well-known su -xins found in Taiwan. Like typical ensifoliums, they are fragrant.

[wingplum]

In Chinese ; tie = iron
gu = bone
su xin = alba

means stiff narrow leaf and flower in alba form.

This species is difficult to flower,you are an excellent grower.

[Lagoon]

Thanks for the information
It does have a wonderful scent, all thru out the day. Although I don't know how to discribe the scent

I was surprised to see the spike, since she was transplanted a few weeks before the spike(s) appeared

[pheli]

Originally Posted by Lagoon

Thanks for the information

I was surprised to see the spike, since she was transplanted a few weeks before the spike(s) appeared

Transplantation is a common way to initiate spikes of some orchids.
It is said that a dry period, about 6-8 weeks, before their flowering season would also facilitate their spikes.

[cupcake]

Wonderful colours! I wish I had the conditions to suit it, Judi

[Djarum Black]

Hey Gloria that is just beautiful! It is enjoying great care on your part and it shows!

[Lagoon]

Thanks Gals

[Barbara]

Nice find Gloria, the ensifolium species are all so lovely.