Dendrobium sacculiferum

Also known as: The Sac Carrying Dendrobium in the subfamily: Epidendroideae

General Information

The Sac Carrying Dendrobium is a sympodial orchid belonging to the sub family Epidendroideae.

Plant Description

Sympodial. Grows to 75cm. Each new growth has numerous leaves that grow to 10cm long. Pseudobulbs grow to 75cm

Flowers

Numerous short lasting, fragrant blossoms appear

Fragrance

The orchid is fragrant. The fragrance can be described as similar

Substrate(s)

• Coarse

Fragrant:

• IsFragrant

Climate

Grows at low elevations. Rainfall ranges from 53mm to 239mm per day, heaviest in May and lightest in August. Temperature ranges from 23C to 30C, highest in May (24C to 30C) and lowest in July (23C to 29C).

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.