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Description
Dendrobium Lindleyi is a species of orchid that belongs to the Dendrobium genus. It is native to the Himalayas, Bhutan, Myanmar, Thailand, Laos, Vietnam, and southern China. The plant typically grows up to 50 cm tall and has a slender stem covered with green leaves. It blooms during the spring, producing clusters of fragrant, white or pink flowers with a yellow center.
Taxonomic Information
| Domain | Eukaryota |
| Kingdom | Plantae |
| Phylum | Tracheophyta |
| Class | Liliopsida |
| Order | Asparagales |
| Family | Orchidaceae |
| Genus | Dendrobium |
Appearance
Dendrobium Lindleyi has a slender stem that can grow up to 50 cm tall. The stem is covered with green leaves that are about 5 cm long and 1 cm wide. The plant blooms during the spring, producing clusters of fragrant, white or pink flowers with a yellow center. Each flower can be up to 2 cm wide and has a distinctive shape with three petals and three sepals.
Care Guide
To care for Dendrobium Lindleyi, it is important to provide it with the right amount of water, fertilization, soil, sunlight, and temperature conditions.Water: Water the plant once a week during the growing season and reduce watering during the winter. Make sure the potting mix is well-draining.Fertilization: Fertilize the plant every two weeks during the growing season with balanced fertilizer.Soil: Use a well-draining potting mix that is made of bark, perlite, and peat moss.Sunlight: Place the plant in a bright location with indirect sunlight. Avoid direct sunlight, which can burn the leaves.Hardiness Zones: Dendrobium Lindleyi is hardy in USDA zones 10-12.
Common Pests & Diseases
Dendrobium Lindleyi can be susceptible to pests and diseases such as scale insects, mealybugs, spider mites, and bacterial or fungal infections. To prevent and treat these issues, use a systemic insecticide or fungicide and remove any infected or damaged plant parts.
Habitat
Dendrobium Lindleyi is native to the Himalayas, Bhutan, Myanmar, Thailand, Laos, Vietnam, and southern China. It grows in tropical and subtropical forests at elevations of 1000-2000 meters above sea level.
Question and Answer
Q: Can Dendrobium Lindleyi be grown indoors?
A: Yes, Dendrobium Lindleyi can be grown indoors as long as it is provided with the right amount of light and humidity.
Q: How often should I repot my Dendrobium Lindleyi?
A: Repot your Dendrobium Lindleyi every two years or when the potting mix starts to break down.
Q: How do I propagate Dendrobium Lindleyi?
A: Dendrobium Lindleyi can be propagated by dividing the plant during repotting. Make sure each division has at least three pseudobulbs.
Q: What is the best temperature range for Dendrobium Lindleyi?
A: Dendrobium Lindleyi prefers temperatures between 18-25°C during the day and 15-18°C at night.
Related Plants
- Dendrobium nobile
- Dendrobium phalaenopsis
- Dendrobium loddigesii
- Dendrobium bigibbum
- Dendrobium chrysotoxum
References
- “Dendrobium Lindleyi.” The Plant List. Accessed 28 Sept. 2021. www.theplantlist.org.
- “Dendrobium Lindleyi.” Royal Horticultural Society. Accessed 28 Sept. 2021. www.rhs.org.uk.
- “Dendrobium Lindleyi.” Orchid Society of Great Britain. Accessed 28 Sept. 2021. www.osgb.org.uk.
