Cymbidium Black Stump 'Come in Spinner'

Cymbidium Black Stump 'Come in Spinner' is a registered hybrid developed from Cymbidium Australian Midnight × Cymbidium Cricket. Bred by R. Clement in 2009, this cultivar is admired for its very dark maroon blooms arranged along cascading flower spikes. Suited to pot-only culture in cool to temperate climates, it performs reliably when grown under protection with bright filtered light.

Care Tips

• Light: Bright, indirect light or morning sun; avoid harsh midday exposure.
• Water: Water generously in active growth; reduce in winter but do not allow to dry completely.
• Humidity: Prefers moderate humidity with airflow to prevent fungal issues.
• Media: Use a free-draining orchid bark mix; never plant in garden soil or open ground.
• Temperature: Thrives in cool to temperate zones (10–28°C); frost protection is essential.
• Fertiliser: Fortnightly feeding with balanced orchid fertiliser in growth; switch to bloom booster before flowering.
• Repotting: Repot every 2–3 years after flowering or when pot becomes crowded.

Additional Notes

• Photos courtesy of the Australian Orchid Council award archive.