Dendrobium epidendroides
General Information
Dendrobium epidendroides is a large warm to hot growing epiphytic orchid belonging to the sub family Epidendroideae.
900 - 1000 m
0
2500
76 - 100 cm
Miniature
Small
Medium
Large
Extra Large
Giant
16 - 30 °C
Cold
Cool
Intermediate
Warm
Hot
22000 - 36000 lux
Full Shade
Low
Medium
High
Full Sun
Care Notes
These orchids have a fine root system that can quickly die back if left dry for too long, but also does not like to be kept wet, so water regularly but ensure that the mix is dry before watering.
Climate
Grows at high elevations.
Potting
These plants are quite forgiving and will do well repotted ever 2-3 years. The mix should be coarse, well draining, and allow space for air to move and for roots to grow.
Alternatively, these plants will also do well mounted to tree fern or cork slabs, or mounted to trees.
Best time for repotting or mounting the orchids is the end of winter when new growths start to appear. Avoid repotting during hot weather,