Dendrobium tenuicaule

Also known as: The Thin Stemmed Dendrobium or Dendrobium lankawiense Ceraia tenuicaulis Callista tenuicaulis in the subfamily: Epidendroideae

General Information

The Thin Stemmed Dendrobium is a sympodial orchid belonging to the sub family Epidendroideae.

Plant Description

Sympodial. Grows to 25-30cm. Each new growth has numerous leaves that grow to 8-13cm long. Pseudobulbs grow to 25-30cm

Substrate(s)

• Coarse

Climate

Grows at low elevations. Rainfall ranges from 28mm to 554mm per day, heaviest in June and lightest in February. Humidity ranges from 76% to 89%, highest in August and lowest in February. Temperature ranges from 22C to 32C, highest in April (24C to 32C) and lowest in February (22C to 28C).

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

dormant-medium-demand-orchid 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.