
Freesia
Freesia refracta
Cymbidium cultivars
Robust orchids with waxy, long-lasting flowers. More cold-tolerant than other orchids. Often used in corsages and boutonnieres. Symbol of respect and morality in Asian cultures.
Winter, Spring
Temperate
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Stays fresh for 14 to 28 days
when properly cared for
Light, sweet fragrance with citrus undertones in some varieties
Cymbidiums have been cultivated in China and Japan for over 2,000 years
Confucius praised the cymbidium as the "King of Fragrant Plants"
They were status symbols for Chinese nobility and scholars
A rare cymbidium sold for $200,000 at auction in China
Cymbidium orchids are native to tropical and subtropical Asia and Australia. They have been cultivated in China for over 2,000 years, where Confucius praised their elegant fragrance. Japanese and Chinese nobility treasured them, and they remain symbols of refinement and friendship in Asian cultures.