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Finding Unregistered Cymbidium Hybrids: 'Black Champion'

Charlie sought Cymbidium 'Black Champion'. Expert: unless registered with RHS (publishing name, breeder, parentage), impossible to locate grower. Many skip registration (cost), assign unregistered names—ineligible for AOS/RHS/JOS awards. Long shots: ask sellers displaying the name, or Google the hybrid name. Expert's registration records may be outdated.

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