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Dendrobium lamellatum

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A miniature, epiphytic, tropical orchid with 5-13cm long, flat stems. 4-7cm long leaves are arranged near the top of the stems. Arching flowering stems 1cm short, emerge from the tips of mature, leafed or leafless stems and carry two to four (occasionaly up to 6) flowers. Flowers vary in colour from yellow, or white to pinkish. Each flower measures approximately 2cm.

Scientific classification

Species: Dendrobium lamellatum (Dendrobium lamellatum)
Genus: Dendrobium
Family: Orchidaceae

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Toxicity: Conservatory Greenhouse
Plant type: 0.1-0.5 metres
Height: 0.1-0.5 metres
Spread: Evergreen · Semi evergreen
Foliage: Clump forming · Pendulous weeping
Habit: Spring · Summer · Autumn · Winter
Season of interest: Partial shade · Full sun
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Distribution of Dendrobium lamellatum

Distribution map

Indonesia (Java)

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Culture

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Toxicity

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Quick identification of Dendrobium lamellatum

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Dendrobium lamellatum care guide

Keep medium lightly moist with excellent aeration
Watering: Partial shade · Full sun
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Watering

Keep medium lightly moist with excellent aeration

Fertilizing

Half-strength orchid feed every few weeks in growth

Pruning

No pruning required. Remove spent flowers as necessary, but do not cut the whole cane unless completely shrivelled. Oldest canes may be removed as long as there are enough, younger, thick, leaf-bearing canes on the plant.

Propagation

Propagation by seed is only possible in controlled laboratory environment. Mature plants may be divided when the plant overgrows the pot. Sideshoots (keiki) may develop on older canes - remove and pot them into sphagnum moss when the new roots are at least 2cm long.

Growing

Plants are best grown in basket or mounted on cork bark or wood if grown in conditions where sufficient humidity can be provided during the growing season. Grow in an epiphytic, medium grade, bark-based potting mix with added perlite, moss, or coir. As with many orchids, they grow best when the roots are slightly restricted. Therefore, avoid over-potting or frequent root disturbance. Provide bright, filtered light throughout the year. The average temperatures are 25-30°C during day and 16-20°C at night time, with an amplitude of 8-10°C between day and night. Plant requires frequent watering and relatively high humidity during spring and summer months and a slightly drier conditions in winter - reduce watering and feeding in October, but do not leave plant dry for long period of time. See indoor orchid cultivation

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