Cymbidium-serratum-2023-12-09 *SITF confirms this plant is Cymbidium serratum (Dec 2023).
According to the "Flora of China", the leaf widths of this species and similar species C. goeringii overlap, however, the leaves of C. goeringii are articiculate and leaves of C. serratum are not. When looking at enlarged images of this plant, these leaves are not articulate. Based on the key characteristic of non-articulated leaves, the very thick flowers and the much longer inflorescences, this plant is Cymbidium serratum. Supporting photos can be found in the OW and orchidroots.co. Color appears variable.
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December 09, 2023
Judging Center: Pacific South - San Marino
Award Number: 20235864
Award Date: February 11, 2023
Awarded As: Cymbidium serratum
Description and award form are included as PDF documents.