Dendrobium non-pommeranicum

General Information

Dendrobium non-pommeranicum is a sympodial orchid belonging to the sub family Epidendroideae.

Plant Description

Sympodial. Grows to 20-45cm. . Pseudobulbs grow to 20-45cm

Substrate(s)

• Coarse

Climate

Grows at low elevations. Rainfall ranges from 84mm to 376mm per day, heaviest in July and lightest in December. Humidity ranges from 69% to 77%, highest in July and lowest in March. Temperature ranges from 22C to 33C, highest in April (23C to 33C) and lowest in February (22C to 32C).

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. 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.