Cymbidium (Miss Muffet x Janis Lin) 'Mini Me'

Cymbidium Mini Me 'Mini Me' is a selected cultivar from the grex Cymbidium Mini Me. It is a hybrid between Cymbidium Miss Muffet and Cymbidium Janis Lin. This cultivar produces abundant golden-yellow flowers with red lips on cascading spikes. Breed by Paradisia, it is suited to cool to temperate climates and must be grown in pots or hanging baskets only.

Key Characteristics

• Flower size: Small (approx. 5 cm)
• Flower colour & pattern: Yellow petals with bold red lips
• Spike habit: Cascading / Multiple spikes per bulb
• Blooming season: Mid season (July–August)
• Plant size: Compact
• Growth habit: Clumping
• Fragrance: Not fragrant (not stated)
• Flower count per spike: Up to 40
• Bloom longevity: 4–6 weeks (typical)

Care Notes

• Position: Bright filtered light or morning sun
• Water: Water well during active growth; reduce watering in winter
• Potting: Use free-draining orchid mix; never plant in-ground
• Feeding: Fortnightly during active growth; use bloom booster before flowering
• Climate: Cool to temperate
• Repotting: Every 2–3 years after flowering