Dendrobium nareshbahadurii

Also known as: Naresh Bahaduri's Dendrobium in the subfamily: Epidendroideae

General Information

Naresh Bahaduri's Dendrobium is a sympodial orchid belonging to the sub family Epidendroideae.

Plant Description

Sympodial. Grows to 20-28cm. Each new growth has numerous leathery erect, oblong shaped leaves that grow to 6-7cm long. Pseudobulbs grow to 15-20cm

Substrate(s)

• Coarse

Climate

Grows at low elevations. Rainfall ranges from 8mm to 348mm per day, heaviest in July and lightest in December. Humidity ranges from 66% to 86%, highest in September and lowest in March. Temperature ranges from 8C to 28C, highest in July (22C to 28C) and lowest in January (8C to 20C).

Watering

These orchids are sensitive to excessive watering and should only be watered when they look thirsty. Water infrequently and ensure that the roots are dry before watering. Keep an eye on them especially during hot weather as overwatering can lead to rot, whereas underwatering may result in wilting or shriveling, which while unattractive, will not kill the plant.

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.