Dendrobium roseostriatum

Also known as: The Rose Striped Dendrobium in the subfamily: Epidendroideae

General Information

The Rose Striped Dendrobium is a sympodial orchid belonging to the sub family Epidendroideae.

Plant Description

Sympodial. Grows to 35cm. Each new growth has numerous lance shaped oblong shaped leaves that grow to 1cm long. Pseudobulbs grow to 35cm

Substrate(s)

• Coarse

Climate

Grows at low elevations. Rainfall ranges from 173mm to 406mm per day, heaviest in May and lightest in February. Humidity ranges from 76% to 80%, highest in June and lowest in August. Temperature ranges from 18C to 28C, highest in November (19C to 28C) and lowest in January (18C to 27C).

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.

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.

Potting

Repotting is best done in a pot the same size or only slightly larger than the previous one.