Dendrobium assamicum
Native to: Assam - India
General Information
Dendrobium assamicum is a sympodial warm growing orchid belonging to the sub family Epidendroideae native to India.
Plant Description
Sympodial. Grows to 70cm. Each new growth has numerous lance shaped leaves that grow to 0.5-7cm long. Pseudobulbs grow to 70cm. The plant forms pendant or arching growths
Substrate(s)
- Coarse
Climate
Grows at low elevations. Rainfall ranges from 5mm to 312mm per day, heaviest in June and lightest in December. Humidity ranges from 64% to 86%, highest in August and lowest in March. Temperature ranges from 10C to 32C, highest in July (25C to 32C) and lowest in January (10C to 24C).
Watering
These orchids prefer a constant supply of moisture, with a slight drying out between waterings. Saucers can be placed under pots to retain moisture during hot weather, however the saucers should be removed or let to dry every 1-2 weeks to prevent rot. Keep an eye on the plant especially in hot weather and look for cues of under/overwatering and adjust accordingly.
During Spring and Summer, be sure to keep media moist. Keep moisture levels up during hot weather as the plant is prone to dehydrationFertiliser
dormant-medium-demand-orchid Apply fertiliser regularly at half strength year round. Use a high Nitrogen fertiliser during Spring and Summer. Use a high Phosphorous fertiliser during Summer. Reduce fertiliser when plant is dormant during Spring.
