Dendrobium undatialatum

Also known as: Pedilonum maboroense Dendrobium maboroense in the subfamily: Epidendroideae

General Information

Dendrobium undatialatum is a sympodial orchid belonging to the sub family Epidendroideae.

Plant Description

Sympodial. Grows to 5-10cm. Each new growth has numerous elliptic lance shaped, oblong shaped leaves that grow to 4-8.6cm long. Pseudobulbs grow to 1.5cm

Substrate(s)

• Coarse

Climate

Grows at low to high elevations. Rainfall ranges from 132mm to 302mm per day, heaviest in June and lightest in December. Humidity ranges from 80% to 84%, highest in January and lowest in May. Temperature ranges from 16C to 28C, highest in May (17C to 28C) and lowest in January (16C to 25C).

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.

Keep moisture levels up during hot weather as the plant is prone to dehydration

Fertiliser

dormant-medium-demand-orchid Use balanced fertiliser year round. Apply fertiliser regularly at half strength year round.