Dendrobium erostelle
Native to: Ranong - Thailand
General Information
Dendrobium erostelle is a sympodial warm growing orchid belonging to the sub family Epidendroideae native to Thailand.
Plant Description
Sympodial. Grows to 8-13cm. Each new growth has numerous leaves that grow to 4-6cm long. Pseudobulbs grow to 4cm
Flowers
Numerous self pollinating blossoms appear
Substrate(s)
- Coarse
Climate
Grows at low elevations. Rainfall ranges from 8mm to 798mm per day, heaviest in August and lightest in January. Temperature ranges from 18C to 32C, highest in March (22C to 32C) and lowest in January (18C to 27C).
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.
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 to Cork slabs.