Dendrobium finisterrae

Also known as: The End Of The World Dendrobium or Dendrobium finisterrae h.v. polystictum Dendrobium melanolasium in the subfamily: Epidendroideae

General Information

The End Of The World Dendrobium is a sympodial orchid belonging to the sub family Epidendroideae. It is named after the Finisterre Mountains of New Guinea.

Plant Description

Sympodial. Grows to 56-74cm. Each new growth has numerous erect elliptic, oblong shaped leaves that grow to 15-25cm long. Pseudobulbs grow to 30-50cm. The plant forms clusters over time

Flowers

Numerous fragrant blossoms appear

Fragrance

The orchid is fragrant.

Substrate(s)

• Coarse

Fragrant:

• IsFragrant

Climate

Grows at high elevations. Rainfall ranges from 52mm to 271mm per day, heaviest in September and lightest in December. Humidity ranges from 67% to 74%, highest in September and lowest in February. Temperature ranges from 13C to 26C, highest in April (16C to 26C) and lowest in January (13C to 24C).

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 dehydration

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.

Use balanced fertiliser year round. Apply fertiliser regularly at half strength year round.