Dendrobium fimbriatum
Also known as: The Fringed or Pinalia microchilos Dendrobium fimbriatum h.f. oculatum Conchidium filiforme Eria conrardii var. fimbriata Eria dalzellii var. fimbriata Eria conrardii Eria filiformis Dendrobium fimbriatum h.v. fimbriatum Callista oculata Callista normalis Callista fimbriata Dendrobium dalzellii Dendrobium normale Dendrobium fimbriatum var. occulatum Dendrobium fimbriatum var. oculatum Dendrobium filiforme Eria dalzellii in the subfamily: Epidendroideae
Native to: China India Nepal Thailand
General Information
The Fringed is a sympodial orchid belonging to the sub family Epidendroideae native to China, India, Nepal, and Thailand.
Plant Description
Sympodial. Grows to 60-180cm. Each new growth has numerous lance shaped leaves that grow to 8-15cm long. Pseudobulbs grow to 60-120cm. The plant forms pendant or arching growths
Flowers
Numerous fragrant blossoms appear
Fragrance
The orchid is fragrant.
Substrate(s)
- Coarse
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Climate
These orchids thrive in cool, conditions with good airflow. When cultivated they will thrive in a cool, sheltered environment such as a shaded greenhouse, or if grown in cooler climates they can be grown in the garden in areas where they are protected from frost and receive shade throughout the year, though they may be able to tolerate some morning sun during winter.
Grows at low to high elevations. Rainfall ranges from 5mm to 325mm per day, heaviest in August and lightest in December. Humidity ranges from 39% to 93%, highest in August and lowest in April. Temperature ranges from 9C to 31C, highest in May (22C to 31C) and lowest in January (9C to 17C).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
dormant-medium-demand-orchid 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
Repotting is best done annually.
