Dendrobium lambii

Also known as: Lamb’s Dendrobium in the subfamily: Epidendroideae

General Information

Lamb’s Dendrobium is a sympodial cool to warm growing orchid belonging to the sub family Epidendroideae. It is named after the Indonesian Orchid Enthusiast.

Plant Description

Sympodial. Grows to 65cm. Each new growth has numerous leaves that grow to 6-9cm long. Pseudobulbs grow to 65cm

Flowers

Numerous long lasting blossoms appear

Substrate(s)

• Coarse

Climate

Grows at low to high elevations. Rainfall ranges from 94mm to 208mm per day, heaviest in May and lightest in February. Temperature ranges from 11C to 25C, highest in April (13C to 25C) and lowest in February (11C to 23C).

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.