Dendrobium aduncum Lindl. 1842 SECTION
Breviflores
Introduction
Common Name: Inward bent dendrobium, angel
fish orchid
Distribution
& Occurrence:
Eastern Himalayas to Thailand
The
Plant
This is a medium sized hot to warm growing
epiphyte found at 300 to 1300 meters. Each cane can be upto 60 cms in length.
Inflorescence is raceme arising from leaf less canes.
Each inflorescence carries 4-5 fragrant
grapes like cluster and long lasting flowers
Cultural
Requirements and Nutrition
Grow in light shade and prefers to be
mounted or grown in a fast draining media. Water and fertilize in summer season
and stop water and fertilizing in winter for a period of 3-4 weeks
Pest
and Diseases
General pests of Dendrobium applicable
Hybrids
Extensively used as pollen as well as seed
parent.
Bloomed in July 2014
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