Dendrobium wilsonii
Also known as: Wilson's Dendrobium or Dendrobium kwangtungense in the subfamily: Epidendroideae
Native to: Hunan - China
General Information
Wilson's Dendrobium is a sympodial warm growing orchid belonging to the sub family Epidendroideae native to China. It is named after the English Plant Collector in southern China late in the 19th century early in the 1900's.
Plant Description
Sympodial. Grows to 45-60cm. Each new growth has numerous oblong shaped leaves that grow to 5-8cm long. Pseudobulbs grow to 45-60cm
Flowers
Numerous fragrant blossoms appear
Fragrance
The orchid is fragrant.
Substrate(s)
- Coarse
- IsFragrant
Climate
Grows at high elevations. Humidity ranges from 47% to 77%, highest in August and lowest in April. Temperature ranges from 4C to 31C, highest in May (22C to 31C) and lowest in January (4C to 20C).
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.
Apply fertiliser regularly at half strength year round. Use a high Nitrogen fertiliser during Spring and Summer. Use a high Phosphorous fertiliser during Summer.Potting
Repotting is best done in a pot the same size or only slightly larger than the previous one.
