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Dendrobium cuthbertsonii

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A miniature, epiphytic or lithophytic orchid with clump-forming, 5-8cm long stems carrying fleshy, rough-textured leaves. Each small, lance-shaped leaf is 0.5-4cm long. Solitary flowers appear on short stems from mature pseudobulbs. The flowers are 3-4cm large, and vary in colour from white, through pale pink to orange, dark red and can also be two-toned.

Scientific classification

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

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Toxicity: Conservatory Greenhouse
Plant type: Up to 10 cm
Height: 0-0.1 metre
Spread: Evergreen
Foliage: Clump forming
Habit: Spring · Summer · Autumn · Winter
Season of interest: Partial shade · Full sun
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Distribution of Dendrobium cuthbertsonii

Distribution map

New Guinea

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Culture

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Toxicity

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Quick identification of Dendrobium cuthbertsonii

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Dendrobium cuthbertsonii 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.

Propagation

Propagation by seed is only possible in controlled laboratory environment.

Growing

This tropical, highland orchid species requires specific growing conditions to grow well. Plants are best grown in pot with fresh sphagnum moss, or mounted if sufficient humidity can be provided. Moss should be replaced regularly - every, or every other spring when the new growth starts. Humidity of over 80% and excellent air movement are essential. To grow well, plant requires a temperature of 10-15°C between day and night. This species has exceptionally long-lasting flowers that can last up to one year if grown in optimal environment. See indoor orchid cultivation

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