Cymbidium Little Black Sambo Black Magic, in common called Cymbidium Black Magic, is an epiphytic growing orchid hybrid, a cross-breading between Cymbidium canaliculatum (seed parent) and Cymbidium madidum (pollen parent) with very dark maroon blooms.

Cymbidium Black Magic, what a name for a beautiful orchid, shows us the desire for the “black orchid”. Over the centuries orchid collectors been hunting all around the world for the mysterious black orchid. As we know, it hasn´t been found yet, so orchid breaders try their best to produce an orchid clone with black flowers. The outstanding “black” Cymbidium hybrid has been developed by Mrs B.P.Cooper and has been registered under the name Cymbidium Little Black Sambo with the Royal Horticultural Society by Bronsdon in the year 1966. The highly fragrant flowers get a size of about 2,5 cm. Flowering period: January - March.

Cymbidium Little Black Sambo Black Magic, as its parentage is native to North Australia, is considered as an Heat Tolerant Cymbidium (HTC), suitable for hot, tropical areas. The orchid hybrid requires warm - hot temperatures and a very well-drained potting medium. To induce blooming, waterings should be restricted during the winter.

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Image: Cymbidium Little Black Sambo Black Magic
Photographer: Kitisak “Nat” Jaidee



Flower Photography © Orchids Flowers.com
Image: Cymbidium Little Black Sambo Black Magic
Photographer: Kitisak “Nat” Jaidee