Dendrobium glebulosum
Also known as: The Clump Like Dendrobium in the subfamily: Epidendroideae
General Information
The Clump Like Dendrobium is a sympodial orchid belonging to the sub family Epidendroideae. The name refers to the shiny-varnished leaves.
Plant Description
Sympodial. Grows to 90cm. Each new growth has numerous lance shaped leaves that grow to 4-7cm long. Pseudobulbs grow to 90cm
Substrate(s)
- Coarse
Climate
Grows at high elevations. Rainfall ranges from 51mm to 272mm 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 14C to 27C, highest in April (17C to 27C) and lowest in January (14C to 26C).
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.
Use balanced fertiliser year round. Be sure to flush out excess fertiliser by running water through the media regularly year round. Apply fertiliser regularly at half strength year round.