Overview

Dendrochilum abbreviatum is a plant with a clump-forming habit in the genus Dendrochilum, part of the Orchidaceae family, with evergreen foliage. Dendrochilum abbreviatum grows best in partial shade, and tolerates loam soils and neutral pH. Its UK hardiness is rated H3. Suggested uses include ornamental.

About

Dendrochilum abbreviatum is a clump-forming orchid cultivar with evergreen foliage, valued for its ornamental appeal in spring and summer. It thrives in partial shade, particularly in north-facing, sheltered locations, favouring moist, well-drained loam soil with a neutral pH. This cultivar is hardy to UK zone H3 and is best propagated by division. Care involves watering during establishment to ensure healthy growth.

About the genus

Dendrochilum was a genus of epiphytic, lithophytic and a few terrestrial flowering plants in the orchid family (Orchidaceae). It is now considered to be a synonym of Coelogyne Lindl. The name of this genus was derived from Ancient Greek words dendron ("tree"), and either cheilos ("lip") or chilos, alluding to either the flowers' large lip or to their epiphytic growth.

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Growing conditions

Best soil and position for Dendrochilum

Sunlight

Partial shade

Soil type

Loam

Soil pH

Neutral

Soil moisture

Moist

Aspect

North-facing

Exposure

Sheltered

UK hardiness

H3

Plant details

Dendrochilum abbreviatum size, habit and characteristics

Habit

Clump-forming

Foliage

Evergreen

Suggested uses

Ornamental

Care notes

Pruning and caring for Dendrochilum abbreviatum

Propagation

Division

Pest resistance

Susceptible to aphids

Disease resistance

Susceptible to root rot

Frequently asked questions