Dendrobium rindjaniense

Also known as: The Mt. Rindjani Dendrobium in the subfamily: Epidendroideae

General Information

The Mt. Rindjani Dendrobium is a sympodial orchid belonging to the sub family Epidendroideae. It is named after a montain on Lombok island.

Plant Description

Sympodial. Grows to 8-23cm. Each new growth has numerous lance shaped leaves that grow to 3.5-5.5cm long. Pseudobulbs grow to 5-17cm

Substrate(s)

• Coarse

Climate

Grows at low to high elevations. Rainfall ranges from 24mm to 228mm per day, heaviest in June and lightest in January. Temperature ranges from 10C to 19C, highest in March (13C to 19C) and lowest in January (10C to 18C).

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.