Orchid `Pink Dawn`

Abstract

A new and distinct variety of orchid, more particularly a Cymbidium hydrid cultivar plant having flowers of large size and clear color with flowers erectly carried and well spaced on strong sprays. The new variety is distinct from siblings of its grex by its outstanding vigorous growth habit as well as frequency and freedom of bloom. Of primary note with this cultivar is its great vigor, compact growth habit and freedom of bloom and season which makes it extremely useful as a producer of Cymbidium flowers for the florist market.

What is claimed is: 
     
       1. A new and distinct variety in the hybrid genus Cymbidium substantially as described and illustrated herein which was discovered as a superior variety in the grex Cymbidium `Bangkok Beauty` named `Pink Dawn` characterized by a combination of clearness of coloring, superior flower substance, size, shape and further characterized by its exceptional vigor, reliability of bloom and lasting qualities.