Plant Features:
Dendrobium is a large genus of tropical orchids that consists of about 1,200 species. The name is from the Greek words dendron (meaning tree) and bios (meaning life). Dendrobiums are also commonly used as cut flowers because of their sturdy stems and distinctive coloring. Dendrobium blooms can last 8-10 weeks making it an ideal indoor decoration or gift. To learn more about the culture of this plant, click on the "Orchids Are Easy" button on our website.

Resiliency
Tolerant

 

Light Exposure
Low Light to Medium Light

 

Temperature
Ideal between 60-85°F, never below 40°F

 

Watering
Keep soil moist, but do not let the plant stand in water or let the soil dry out

 

Average Size
Varies

 

Caution
This plant is not intended for human or animal consumption

 

Fertilizer
Use an orchid fertilizer with a higher nitrogen content (such as 30-10-10)

 

Recommendation
Dendrobium Orchids like it hot, bright and dry.

 

Why Buy?
Dendrobiums are an excellent choice for a beginner orchid grower because of their pretty, long-lasting blooms and their durability.