Overview
Dendrobium Diane Kouchi gx 'Kapaluhu Beauty' is a clump forming, columnar upright orchid in the genus Dendrobium, part of the Orchidaceae family, with evergreen foliage. Dendrobium Diane Kouchi gx 'Kapaluhu Beauty' grows best in full sun and partial shade, and tolerates loam soils and neutral pH. Its UK hardiness is rated H1a. Suggested uses include houseplants and conservatory and greenhouse.
About
Dendrobium Diane Kouchi gx 'Kapaluhu Beauty' is a clump-forming, columnar upright orchid cultivar within the Dendrobium genus, known for its elongated pseudobulbs and narrow to oval evergreen leaves. This orchid thrives in well-drained loam soil with neutral pH and prefers bright indirect light, making it suitable for cultivation in orchid bark within a conservatory or greenhouse. It flowers from spring through winter, producing prominent racemes or panicles of flowers from the nodes along its stems. Best grown in sheltered positions with full sun to partial shade, it is hardy to H1a and can be propagated by division or keiki removal.
About the genus
Dendrobium is a genus of mostly epiphytic and lithophytic orchids in the family Orchidaceae. It is a very large genus, containing more than 1,800 species that are found in diverse habitats throughout much of south, east and southeast Asia, including China, Japan, India, the Philippines, Indonesia, Australia, New Guinea, Vietnam and many of the islands of the Pacific.
Growing conditions
Best soil and position for Dendrobium
- Sunlight
- Full sun, Partial shade
- Soil type
- Loam
- Soil pH
- Neutral
- Soil moisture
- Well-drained
- Aspect
- East-facing, West-facing, North-facing, South-facing
- Exposure
- Sheltered
- UK hardiness
- H1a
Plant details
Dendrobium Diane Kouchi gx 'Kapaluhu Beauty' size, habit and characteristics
- Plant type
- Orchid
- Habit
- Clump forming, Columnar upright
- Foliage
- Evergreen
- Suggested uses
- Houseplants, Conservatory and greenhouse
Care notes
Pruning and caring for Dendrobium Diane Kouchi gx 'Kapaluhu Beauty'
- Propagation
- Division, Keiki removal
- Pest resistance
- Scale insects, Aphids, Mealybugs, Red spider mite
- Disease resistance
- Generally disease-free
Frequently asked questions
Where is the best place to plant Dendrobium Diane Kouchi gx 'Kapaluhu Beauty'?
Dendrobium Diane Kouchi gx 'Kapaluhu Beauty' prefers full sun and partial shade. It suits sheltered positions.
What soil does Dendrobium Diane Kouchi gx 'Kapaluhu Beauty' need?
Dendrobium Diane Kouchi gx 'Kapaluhu Beauty' grows best in loam soil. It prefers neutral soil. Aim for soil that stays well-drained.
Is Dendrobium Diane Kouchi gx 'Kapaluhu Beauty' hardy in the UK?
Dendrobium Diane Kouchi gx 'Kapaluhu Beauty' has an RHS hardiness rating of H1a, meaning it needs tropical warmth above 15°C and must be grown under glass in the UK.
How do I propagate Dendrobium Diane Kouchi gx 'Kapaluhu Beauty'?
Division, Keiki removal.
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