Dendrobium kratense

Also known as: The Krat Dendrobium in the subfamily: Epidendroideae

Native to: Thailand

General Information

The Krat Dendrobium is a sympodial warm to hot growing orchid belonging to the sub family Epidendroideae native to Thailand. It is named after a town in Thailand.

Plant Description

Sympodial. Grows to 15cm. Each new growth has numerous leaves that grow to 3-5cm long. Pseudobulbs grow to 15cm

Flowers

Numerous fragrant blossoms appear

Fragrance

The orchid is fragrant.

Substrate(s)

• Coarse

Fragrant:

• IsFragrant

Climate

Grows at low elevations. Rainfall ranges from 13mm to 498mm per day, heaviest in September and lightest in December. Humidity ranges from 71% to 88%, highest in September and lowest in January. Temperature ranges from 19C to 34C, highest in April (24C to 34C) and lowest in January (19C to 31C).

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, be sure to keep media moist. 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.

Apply fertiliser regularly at half strength year round. Use a high Nitrogen fertiliser during Spring and Summer. Use a high Phosphorous fertiliser during Summer. Reduce fertiliser when plant is dormant during Spring.