About
A compact, epiphytic orchid from tropical forests in New Guinea with slender, cane-like pseudobulbs, narrow, dark green leaves and small clusters of flowers in shades of purple-pink in season. A specialist orchid for a warm, humid glasshouse collection.
About the genus
Dendrobium are epiphytic and terrestrial orchids with elongated, stem-like pseudobulbs bearing linear to ovate leaves. Racemes or panicles of showy flowers are produced from nodes along the stems mainly in spring
Plant details
Suggested usesBorders, containers, naturalising.
Care notes
CultivationPlant at appropriate depth in well-drained soil.
PruningAllow foliage to die back naturally.
PropagationDivide offsets when dormant.
Pest resistanceGenerally pest-free.
Disease resistanceGenerally disease-resistant.