Overview
Dendrobium flaviflorum is a clump forming, columnar upright orchid in the genus Dendrobium, part of the Orchidaceae family, with evergreen foliage. Dendrobium flaviflorum 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 flaviflorum is a clump-forming, columnar upright orchid cultivar within the genus Dendrobium, known for its elongated pseudobulbs and narrow to oval evergreen leaves. It produces prominent flowers in spring and summer from racemes or panicles emerging from the nodes along the stems. This cultivar thrives in well-drained, neutral loam soil and prefers full sun to partial shade with a sheltered aspect, suitable for east, west, north, or south-facing positions. It is best grown as a houseplant or in conservatories and greenhouses, requiring propagation by division or keiki removal and is hardy to UK zone H1a.
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 flaviflorum 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 flaviflorum
- 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 flaviflorum?
Dendrobium flaviflorum prefers full sun and partial shade. It suits sheltered positions.
What soil does Dendrobium flaviflorum need?
Dendrobium flaviflorum grows best in loam soil. It prefers neutral soil. Aim for soil that stays well-drained.
Is Dendrobium flaviflorum hardy in the UK?
Dendrobium flaviflorum 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 flaviflorum?
Division, Keiki removal.
More in the Dendrobium genus
- Dendrobiumdendrobium
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- Dendrobium aphrodite
- Dendrobium bracteosum
- Dendrobium bullenianum
- Dendrobium bursigerum
- Dendrobium christyanum 'Lillian'
- Dendrobium chryseum
