About

Dendrobium pendulum, the pendant-cane dendrobium, is a deciduous epiphytic orchid with arching to pendulous stems to 30 cm long. In late winter and spring, clusters of two to four large (6�7 cm), fragrant, white flowers with a yellow-flushed, dark-maroon-purple-centred lip appear from nodes on the old, leafless canes. One of the most striking of the nobile-type dendrobiums.

About the genus

Dendrobium are one of the largest genera of orchids, comprising epiphytic and terrestrial species from tropical and subtropical Asia, Australia and the Pacific. They produce elongated, cane-like or club-shaped pseudobulbs bearing linear to ovate leaves, and racemes of showy flowers from nodes along the stems, mainly in spring and summer. Dendrobium span a huge range of sizes, habits and cultural requirements.

Plant details

Suggested usesBorders, containers, mixed plantings.

Care notes

CultivationPlant in well-drained soil in a suitable position. Water during establishment.
PruningRemove dead or damaged growth as needed.
PropagationPropagate by division, cuttings, or seed as appropriate.
Pest resistanceGenerally pest-free. Monitor for common garden pests.
Disease resistanceGenerally disease-resistant. Ensure good air circulation.
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