Dendrobium changjiangense

Also known as: The Chanjian Dendrobium in the subfamily: Epidendroideae

Native to: China

General Information

The Chanjian Dendrobium is a warm growing orchid belonging to the sub family Epidendroideae native to China. It is named after a city in Hainan China.

Substrate(s)

• Coarse

Climate

Grows at low to high elevations. Rainfall ranges from 36mm to 485mm per day, heaviest in October and lightest in February. Temperature ranges from 10C to 28C, highest in July (19C to 28C) and lowest in January (10C to 18C).

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, be sure to keep media moist. 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.

Apply fertiliser regularly at half strength year round. Use a high Nitrogen fertiliser during Spring and Summer. Use a high Phosphorous fertiliser during Summer.