Cylindrolobus marginatus

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Orchid in in vitro culture – Lot of 15 plants minimum (see more)
Cylindrolobus marginatus – Technical Data Sheet

Origin and Classification

Scientific name: Cylindrolobus marginatus (Rolfe) S.C.Chen & J.J.Wood
Origin: Southeast Asia (Southern China, Yunnan, Myanmar, Thailand, Vietnam), where it grows as an epiphyte in humid tropical forests [powo.science.kew.org].
Natural habitat: Low-altitude rainforests, on tree trunks or branches.
Classification: Orchidaceae family, Epidendroideae subfamily, Podochileae tribe.
Synonyms: Eria marginata Rolfe, Pinalia marginata (Rolfe) Kuntze.

Size: Small to medium (10–20 cm in height).
Pseudobulbs: Claviform (club-shaped), clustered, green or yellowish (5–10 cm long).
Leaves: Lanceolate, leathery, dark green, narrow (5–10 cm long).
Roots: Fine, adapted to mounted culture or small baskets.

Shape: Flowers in short and dense clusters, borne on erect or slightly pendant spikes.
Color: Creamy white to pale yellow, with a white or slightly purple-spotted lip. Some varieties may feature pink or pale green shades.
Fragrance: Light, floral.
Flower size: 1–2 cm in diameter.
Blooming period: Spring–summer (March–July).
Bloom duration: 2–3 weeks per flower.

Ideal rate: 70–80% year-round.
Tip: Use a humidifier or a terrarium to maintain humidity in dry indoor environments.

Intensity: 15,000–25,000 lux (filtered and indirect light).
Ideal source: East or north window, or artificial lighting (horticultural LEDs).
To avoid: Direct sunlight during hot hours.

Growth period (spring–summer): Regular watering (every 2–3 days), letting the substrate dry out slightly between waterings.
Rest period (autumn–winter): Reduce to 1–2 times per week, without letting it dry out completely.
Method: Misting or quick soaking with soft water.

Mounting: On a cork, tree fern, or bark plaque, with a layer of sphagnum moss.
Basket: Highly draining mix – fine bark (60%), sphagnum moss (30%), charcoal (10%).
Repotting: Every 1–2 years, in spring.

Growth period: Balanced fertilizer (20-20-20), diluted to ¼ strength, every week.
Rest period: Reduce to every 2–3 weeks in winter.

To maximize blooming: Maintain high humidity and a distinct day/night temperature drop. Cultivate in a terrarium or under a cloche if the air is dry.
To preserve root health: Avoid standing water and ensure good ventilation. Do not allow the substrate to dry out completely.
To boost vigor: Fertilize with a high-nitrogen fertilizer (spring–summer), then a high-phosphorus fertilizer (autumn). Protect from cold drafts in winter.

Cylindrolobus marginatus is a miniature and elegant species, ideal for collectors of Asian orchids or terrariums.
A lot of 15 plants allows for grouped cultivation in terrariums or hanging baskets, with an abundant and colorful bloom.
Perfect for warm, humid greenhouses, or for indoor growing under artificial light.