Dendrobium flexicaule

Also known as: The Flexuous Inflorecence Dendrobium In China or Dendrobium henanense in the subfamily: Epidendroideae

Native to: Hunan - China

General Information

The Flexuous Inflorecence Dendrobium In China is a sympodial cool growing orchid belonging to the sub family Epidendroideae native to China.

Plant Description

Sympodial. Grows to 6-11cm. Each new growth has numerous lance shaped oblong shaped leaves that grow to 3cm long. Pseudobulbs grow to 6-11cm

Substrate(s)

• Coarse

Climate

Grows at high elevations. Rainfall ranges from 43mm to 254mm per day, heaviest in July and lightest in December. Humidity ranges from 71% to 89%, highest in June and lowest in January. Temperature ranges from -3C to 25C, highest in July (19C to 25C) and lowest in January (-3C to 3C).

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.

During Spring and Summer, be sure to keep media moist.

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.