Cymbidium Pure Khan 'Devon' – Elegant White Standard with Pink Lip

Behold the refined and classic beauty of Cymbidium Pure Khan 'Devon', a standard-sized orchid that effortlessly combines pristine elegance with a touch of vibrant color. The broad, well-formed petals and sepals are a clean white with a subtle hint of soft pink blush, creating a sophisticated backdrop for the truly striking labellum. This vigorous and rewarding variety is an excellent modern hybrid for enthusiasts seeking an elegant, reliable white bloom with captivating contrast.

Care Requirements

• Light: Requires maximum bright, filtered light without scorching to achieve the best flower count and robust growth.
• Temperature: Cool to intermediate conditions are ideal; a pronounced nighttime temperature drop to 10°C to 15°C (50°F to 59°F) in late summer is necessary for flower spike development.
• Watering: Water generously and keep the growing medium moist during the active spring and summer growth cycle. Significantly reduce watering when temperatures cool, keeping the mix barely damp in winter.
• Humidity: Maintain humidity between 40% and 60%; superior air circulation is vital, particularly when plants are grown in close proximity.
• Potting: Use a coarse, free-draining Cymbidium-specific mix; repotting every two to three years ensures proper root aeration.
• Fertilizing: Utilize a high-nitrogen feed during the active growth period (Spring/Summer), switching to a low-nitrogen, high-potassium (bloom-booster) formula starting in late summer.

Genetic History & Provenance

• Parentage: Cymbidium Khan Flame x Cymbidium Pure and Simple.
• Hybridizer: P.J. Hockey (Registered in 2022).
• Registration: Officially registered with the Royal Horticultural Society (RHS) International Orchid Register.
• Awards: No exhibition awards have been cited for this new, modern clone.
• Note: This stock is a Single Lead Mericlone for consistent 'Devon' flower form, size, and crisp color pattern.

Flowering and Maturity Profile

• Season: A highly anticipated bloomer, typically showcasing its pristine flowers in the Mid-Winter through Early Spring period.
• Bloom Size: Flowers are large and well-formed, standard size, generally measuring around 10 cm (4 inches) across.
• Coloration: The segments are a clean, classic white with subtle pink suffusion; the prominent white lip features a bold, densely patterned magenta-pink blotch.
• Fragrance: This cultivar is not officially noted to possess a fragrance.
• Growth Habit: A vigorous, standard-sized plant with a strong growth habit, ideal for growers who seek full, round flower shape.

Why Buy This Plant?

• An elegant modern cross featuring the desirable pristine white segment color and exceptional flower form from the highly regarded Khan breeding lines.
• This vigorous clone is a reliable bloomer that provides a strong, sophisticated display of large, long-lasting flowers every winter season.
• Our stock is a healthy, certified mericlone, promising the precise color, form, and robust growth profile of the 'Devon' cultivar.