Dendrobium corallorhizon

Also known as: The Coral Colored Root Dendrobium or Eurycaulis corallorhizus in the subfamily: Epidendroideae

General Information

The Coral Colored Root Dendrobium is a sympodial warm growing orchid belonging to the sub family Epidendroideae.

Plant Description

Sympodial. Grows to 40cm. Each new growth has numerous erect lance shaped leaves that grow to 8-13cm long. Pseudobulbs grow to 40cm

Substrate(s)

• Coarse

Climate

Grows at low to high elevations. Rainfall ranges from 132mm to 231mm per day, heaviest in September and lightest in April. Humidity ranges from 77% to 83%, highest in November and lowest in March. Temperature ranges from 13C to 21C, highest in August (14C to 21C) and lowest in January (13C to 19C).

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.

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

Fertiliser

dormant-medium-demand-orchid Use balanced fertiliser year round. Apply fertiliser regularly at half strength year round.