Dendrobium compressistylum

Also known as: The Flattened Column Dendrobium in the subfamily: Epidendroideae

Native to: Indonesia

General Information

The Flattened Column Dendrobium is a sympodial hot growing orchid belonging to the sub family Epidendroideae native to Indonesia.

Plant Description

Sympodial. Grows to 13cm. Each new growth has numerous oblong shaped leaves. Pseudobulbs grow to 13cm

Substrate(s)

• Coarse

Climate

Grows at low elevations. Rainfall ranges from 82mm to 347mm per day, heaviest in May and lightest in February. Temperature ranges from 22C to 31C, highest in April (23C to 31C) and lowest in February (22C to 29C).

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.

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.

Potting

Repotting is best done in a pot the same size or only slightly larger than the previous one.