Dendrobium Orchid Care, Propagation, Watering & Growing Tips
Dendrobium orchids can grow in all climates and are native to Southeast Asia and Australia. These plants typically grow on top of other plants. However, they do not take nutrients from their hosts or epiphytic plants. Besides being eye-catching, these plants can also be used to freshen indoor air.
Common Name |
Noble Rock Orchid
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Plant Type
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Houseplants
Orchids
Perennials
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Taxonomy
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Scientific name
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Dendrobium spp
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Genus
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Dendrobium
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Family
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Orchidaceae
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Order
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Asparagales
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Class
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Monocotyledons
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Dendrobium Orchid Water Needs |
Water requirements and watering times for Dendrobium Orchid.
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Water Needs
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Average
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Cups
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Generally, Dendrobium Orchid needs water once every
7 days in 2
cups.
1 Cup = 250 ml, so at least Dendrobium Orchid needs about 0.5 L per 7 days. |
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Dendrobium Orchid Temperature, Humidity, and Light |
Ideal light, temperature & humidity needed for Dendrobium Orchid to thrive. |
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Light Requirements |
± 6 hours
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Temperature |
70°F
to 85°F
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Humidity Preference |
High
Dendrobium Orchid prefers High humidity levels, between 50% and 70%. |
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Dendrobium Orchid Soil Types and Growing Media |
Information about soil and suitable planting media for Dendrobium Orchid. |
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Suitability in pots |
2L
Dendrobium Orchid plants require different pot sizes as they grow. Start with a small pot of 2L. |
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Soil type |
loam
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Soil Drainage
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Moist but well-drainage
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Soil PH |
acid
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Dendrobium Orchid Characteristics |
All you need to know about the characteristics of the Dendrobium Orchid plant. |
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Maximum Height |
578 Inches or
15 meters
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Spread |
578 Inches or
15 meters
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Color |
Green
Light Pink
Orange
Purple
Silvery Pink
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Characteristics |
Cut Flowers
Fragrant
Showy
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Is Dendrobium Orchid toxic to pets? |
No
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Garden Style |
Patio And Containers
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Dendrobium Orchid Grow and Care |
Find out information on how to propagate Dendrobium Orchid, when it flowers, and how to care for it. |
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Maintenance |
medium
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Propagation Methods |
root division
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Flowering season |
spring
summer
autumn
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Dendrobium Orchid Native Region |
Find out where the Dendrobium Orchid plant originated. |
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Country |
Australia
Indonesia
Philippines (the)
Thailand
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