Dendrobium dulce
General Information
Dendrobium dulce is a sympodial orchid belonging to the sub family Epidendroideae.
Plant Description
Sympodial. Grows to 60-70cm. Each new growth has numerous leaves that grow to 10-15cm long. Pseudobulbs grow to 60-70cm
Flowers
A single fragrant blossom appears
Fragrance
The orchid is fragrant.
Substrate(s)
- Coarse
- IsFragrant
Climate
Grows at low elevations. Rainfall ranges from 216mm to 333mm per day, heaviest in January and lightest in November. Humidity ranges from 83% to 86%, highest in June and lowest in April. Temperature ranges from 19C to 26C, highest in November (21C to 26C) and lowest in June (19C to 25C).
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 dehydrationFertiliser
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. Be sure to flush out excess fertiliser by running water through the media regularly year round. Apply fertiliser regularly at half strength year round.