hybrid rock orchid
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An epiphytic orchid with usually two to fivethick leaves, 7-17cm long, at the top of each pseudobulb. Clusters of white to very pale pink, sweetly-scented flowers are borne on 25cm long stems
Scientific classification
- Species
- hybrid rock orchid (Dendrobium × delicatum)
- 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
- Semi evergreen
- Foliage
- Columnar upright
- Habit
- Spring · Summer · Autumn · Winter
- Season of interest
- Partial shade
- Sunlight
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- Ideal temperature
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Distribution of hybrid rock orchid
Distribution map
Eastern Australia
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Culture
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Toxicity
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Quick identification of hybrid rock orchid
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hybrid rock orchid care guide
- Keep potting medium lightly moist, airy, and never stagnant
- Watering
- Partial shade
- Sunlight
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- Ideal temperature
Watering
Keep potting medium lightly moist, airy, and never stagnant
Fertilizing
FertilizingHalf-strength orchid feed every two to three weeks in active growth
Pruning
PruningNo pruning required, cut down flowered stems as necessary
Propagation
PropagationPropagate by division when the plant over-fills the pot
Growing
GrowingGrow in epiphytic orchid compost and from late spring to summer, in partial shade with good ventilation, day temperatures between 18-25°C and night above 10°C, water freely adding orchid fertiliser every third watering and provide high humidity by misting twice daily. Keep in well lit conditions from autumn to early spring and keep dry in winter. See indoor orchid cultivation
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Common pests and diseases
Diseases
Generally disease-free.
Pests
Susceptible to aphids, glasshouse red spider mite and mealybugs
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