Dendrobium baeuerlenii

Also known as: Baeuerlen's Dendrobium or Pedilonum baeurlenii in the subfamily: Epidendroideae

General Information

Baeuerlen's Dendrobium is a sympodial hot growing orchid belonging to the sub family Epidendroideae.

Plant Description

Sympodial. Grows to 60cm. Each new growth has numerous leaves that grow to 10-12cm long. Pseudobulbs grow to 50cm

Substrate(s)

• Coarse

Climate

Grows at low elevations. Rainfall ranges from 46mm to 320mm per day, heaviest in October and lightest in March. Humidity ranges from 84% to 94%, highest in January and lowest in September. Temperature ranges from 23C to 31C, highest in May (25C to 31C) and lowest in January (23C to 27C).

Watering

These orchids are sensitive to excessive watering and should only be watered when they look thirsty. Water infrequently and ensure that the roots are dry before watering. Keep an eye on them especially during hot weather as overwatering can lead to rot, whereas underwatering may result in wilting or shriveling, which while unattractive, will not kill the plant.

Keep moisture levels up during hot weather as the plant is prone to dehydration

Fertiliser

Apply liquid based fertiliser per recommended directions. They can benefit from a high phosphate fertiliser leading up to flowering season, followed by a high nitrogen fertiliser when new growth appears, and a balanced fertiliser in other times. These orchids can also tolerate slow release fertiliser applied 1-2 pellets per cup (250ml) of media.

Use balanced fertiliser year round. Apply fertiliser regularly at half strength year round. Reduce fertiliser when plant is dormant during Spring.