Dendrobium deplanchei

Also known as: DePlanche's Dendrobium in the subfamily: Epidendroideae

Native to: New Caledonia

General Information

DePlanche's Dendrobium is a sympodial orchid belonging to the sub family Epidendroideae native to New Caledonia.

Plant Description

Sympodial. Grows to 300-500cm. Each new growth has numerous leaves that grow to 10-15cm long. Pseudobulbs grow to 300-500cm

Substrate(s)

• Coarse
• Medium
• Small
• Bark
• Spaghnum Moss

Climate

Grows at low to high elevations. Rainfall ranges from 66mm to 290mm per day, heaviest in July and lightest in March. Temperature ranges from 12C to 23C, highest in July (18C to 23C) and lowest in February (12C 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.

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.

Potting

This plant does well mounted.