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Orchid of the Day
Dendrobium kingianum ‘Baby Blue’



Dendrobium kingianum 'Baby Blue': This popular species, Dendrobium kingianum, is found in a broad range of flower colors and plant height. This selection is called 'Dark' because of its saturated color.

This popular species, Dendrobium kingianum, is found in a broad range of flower colors and plant height. This selection is called ‘Dark’ because of its saturated color.

Complete Name: Dendrobium kingianum ‘Baby Blue’
Pronunciation of Genus: Den-droh’-bee-um
Season of Bloom: Winter to Spring
Plant Size Category: Dwarf. Dwarfs are 3″ to 8″ (20 cm.) high and/or wide.
Species or Hybrid? Species
Ease of Culture: Intermediate. Orchids in this category are recommended to growers who have mastered growing at least a few of the easier ones in the Easy category. They frequently have higher light and humidity requirements. They can usually be grown on a bright windowsill (east or south facing). They may be more particular in their cultural requirements to insure re-blooming.
Light Requirement: Medium. Very bright east facing window with at least 8 hours of diffused sunlight or a south facing window with light diffused curtain, between 1500-3000 foot-candles. Top of foliage should be 6″ from a 4-tube fluorescent light setup. Orchids should be placed at the center of the growing lights where it is the brightest. Can also be grown under HID (high intensity discharge lights.) Casts a very distinguishable shadow with the hand test. Use 60% shade on greenhouse.
Temperature Preference: Intermediate. Night temperatures: 55°-60°F (13°-16°C); Day temperatures: 10°-15°F (5°-8°C) warmer than night temperatures.


Photo and information courtesy of Steven A. Frowine
from his book “Miniature Orchids”





Orchid of the Day
Dendrobium kingianum



Dendrobium kingianum: This is a select form of Dendrobium kingianum called 'Baby Blue'. One of the easiest of the Australian orchid to grow. Adapts well to a wide variety of growing situations.

This is a select form of Dendrobium kingianum called ‘Baby Blue’.

Complete Name: Dendrobium kingianum
Pronunciation of Genus: Den-droh’-bee-um
Category: Dendrobium Tribe
Origin: Australia
Description and Qualities: One of the easiest of the Australian orchid to grow. Adapts well to a wide variety of growing situations.
Flower Description: The flowers of this species display a huge range of colors including purple, red, white and striped. They average about 1-1 1/2″ (2.5-4cm) and are borne on an inflorescence that can be up to 8″(20 cm) long. Some clones or selections have more fragrant flowers than others. The flowers last about 2 weeks.
Season of Bloom: Spring
Mature Size & Habit: This species has a great deal of variation in its growth habit from dwarf, under 6″ (15 cm), to 20 ” (50cm). The foliage is attractive and dark green.
Species or Hybrid? Species
Type of Fragrance: Sweet
Description of Fragrance: Floral, hyacinth, lilac, honey
Intensity Of Fragrance: Strong
When Fragrant: Day
Suitable Growing Area: Windowsill, Lights, Greenhouse
Ease of Culture: Easy. These orchids are especially recommended for the new orchid grower. They are tolerant of varying light conditions, usually medium to low intensity, can be grown in the home in most windowsills or under fluorescent light set-ups, do not have high humidity, adapt well to average room temperatures, and will dependably re-bloom with a modicum of care.
Light Requirement: Medium to high. At least several hours of a bright south facing window with light diffused curtain, between 2000-3500 foot-candles. Top of foliage should be as close as possible from a 4-tube standard fluorescent light setup. Orchids should be placed at the center of the growing lights where it is the brightest. Can also be grown under HID (high intensity discharge lights) or VHO or T5 fluorescents. This level of light casts a very sharp shadow with the hand test. Use 50% shade on greenhouse.
Temperature Preference: Cool to intermediate. Night temperatures: 55°F (13°C); Day temperatures: 10°-15°F (5°-8°C) warmer than night temperatures.
Potting Medium: Mounted on slab or grown in shallow pot in very well drained media.
Cultural Tips: Must be kept cool in the fall and winter to set buds. Reduce watering in the winter until buds are showing. These plants can tolerate down to 35 deg F(1.6C) or below. During the growing season water and fertilize heavily with a low nitrogen fertilizer.
History: First discovered in mountainous areas of Australia in 1844.


Photo and information courtesy of Steven A. Frowine
from his book “Fragrant Orchids”





Orchid of the Day
Dendrobium jenkensii



Dendrobium jenkensii: A bright, fragrant and welcomed addition to any orchid collection. Very similar to Dendrobium aggregatum but is smaller in habit.

A bright, fragrant and welcomed addition to any orchid collection.

Complete Name: Dendrobium jenkensii
Pronunciation of Genus: Den-droh’-bee-um
AKA: Dendrobium aggregatum var. jenkensii
Category: Dendrobium Tribe
Origin: India
Description and Qualities: Very similar to Dendrobium aggregatum but is smaller in habit.
Flower Description: Golden yellow flowers are borne in groups of 2-3 and are about 1″ (2.5 cm) across. The lips are wide and almost heart shaped. Flowers last about 7 to 10 days.
Season of Bloom: Winter to Spring
Mature Size & Habit: Miniature grower; pseudobulbs only reach slightly over 1″(2.5 cm)
Species or Hybrid? Species
Description of Fragrance: Honey
Intensity Of Fragrance: Light
When Fragrant: Day
Suitable Growing Area: Windowsill, Lights, Greenhouse
Ease of Culture: Intermediate. Orchids in this category are recommended to growers who have mastered growing at least a few of the easier ones in the Easy category. They frequently have higher light and humidity requirements. They can usually be grown on a bright windowsill (east or south facing). They may be more particular in their cultural requirements to insure re-blooming.
Light Requirement: Medium to high. At least several hours of a bright south facing window with light diffused curtain, between 2000-3500 foot-candles. Top of foliage should be as close as possible from a 4-tube standard fluorescent light setup. Orchids should be placed at the center of the growing lights where it is the brightest. Can also be grown under HID (high intensity discharge lights) or VHO or T5 fluorescents. This level of light casts a very sharp shadow with the hand test. Use 50% shade on greenhouse.
Temperature Preference: Intermediate. Night temperatures: 55°-60°F (13°-16°C); Day temperatures: 10°-15°F (5°-8°C) warmer than night temperatures.
Potting Medium: Best on a slab of treefern or cork, but can be grown in pots if well drained media is used.
Cultural Tips: Transplant very infrequently so as not to disturb roots. Develops as superb specimen plant.
History: Discovered in 1836 in India by a military man named Jenkins.


Photo and information courtesy of Steven A. Frowine
from his book “Fragrant Orchids”





Orchid of the Day
Dendrobium Iki



Dendrobium Iki: One of my favorites, Dendrobium Iki, is a very small plant that will bloom more than one time a year and has a sweet fragrance.

One of my favorites, Dendrobium Iki, is a very small plant that will bloom more than one time a year and has a sweet fragrance.

Complete Name: Dendrobium Iki
Pronunciation of Genus: Den-droh’-bee-um
Origin: Registered by W. A. Chang in 1985.
Season of Bloom: Winter to Spring
Plant Size Category: Dwarf. Dwarfs are 3″ to 8″ (20 cm.) high and/or wide.
Species or Hybrid? Hybrid
Parent #1: D. bellatulum
Parent #2: D. cruentum
Ease of Culture: Easy. These orchids are especially recommended for the new orchid grower. They are tolerant of varying light conditions, usually medium to low intensity, can be grown in the home in most windowsills or under fluorescent light set-ups, do not have high humidity, adapt well to average room temperatures, and will dependably re-bloom with a modicum of care.
Light Requirement: Medium. Very bright east facing window with at least 8 hours of diffused sunlight or a south facing window with light diffused curtain, between 1500-3000 foot-candles. Top of foliage should be 6″ from a 4-tube fluorescent light setup. Orchids should be placed at the center of the growing lights where it is the brightest. Can also be grown under HID (high intensity discharge lights.) Casts a very distinguishable shadow with the hand test. Use 60% shade on greenhouse.
Temperature Preference: Intermediate. Night temperatures: 55°-60°F (13°-16°C); Day temperatures: 10°-15°F (5°-8°C) warmer than night temperatures.


Photo and information courtesy of Steven A. Frowine
from his book “Miniature Orchids”





Orchid of the Day
Dendrobium dichaeoides



Dendrobium dichaeoides: The tubular, down facing clusters of flowers of Dendrobium dichaeoides are borne on pendulous canes. A very small growing dendrobium that can also be found is form with a white edge on the green leaves.

The tubular, down facing clusters of flowers of Dendrobium dichaeoides are borne on pendulous canes.

Complete Name: Dendrobium dichaeoides
Pronunciation of Genus: Den-droh’-bee-um
AKA: Dendrobium dichaeiodes
Common Name: Dichaea-like Dendrobium
Origin: Northern Papua New Guinea
Description and Qualities: A very small growing dendrobium that can also be found is form with a white edge on the green leaves.
Flower Description: Small 1/4″ (.60 cm) bright purple pink flowers are borne in clusters of up to 10 on a very short inflorescence.
Season of Bloom: fall to Winter
Plant Size Category: Dwarf. Dwarfs are 3″ to 8″ (20 cm.) high and/or wide.
Mature Size & Habit: Grows about 1-2″ hgiht(2.5 to 5cm) high with tiny leaves about 1/2″ (1.5 cm) long.
Species or Hybrid? Species
Ease of Culture: Intermediate. Orchids in this category are recommended to growers who have mastered growing at least a few of the easier ones in the Easy category. They frequently have higher light and humidity requirements. They can usually be grown on a bright windowsill (east or south facing). They may be more particular in their cultural requirements to insure re-blooming.
Light Requirement: Medium. Very bright east facing window with at least 8 hours of diffused sunlight or a south facing window with light diffused curtain, between 1500-3000 foot-candles. Top of foliage should be 6″ from a 4-tube fluorescent light setup. Orchids should be placed at the center of the growing lights where it is the brightest. Can also be grown under HID (high intensity discharge lights.) Casts a very distinguishable shadow with the hand test. Use 60% shade on greenhouse.
Temperature Preference: Cool to intermediate. Night temperatures: 55°F (13°C); Day temperatures: 10°-15°F (5°-8°C) warmer than night temperatures.
Potting Medium: Very fine, well-drained mix or mounted.
Cultural Tips: Reduce water somewhat and go light on fertilizing during the winter. Does best with high humidity year around.
History: Described by Schlechter in 1912.


Photo and information courtesy of Steven A. Frowine
from his book “Miniature Orchids”





Orchid of the Day
Dendrobium cuthbertsonii Yellow form



Dendrobium cuthbertsonii Yellow form: A soft yellow flowered form of this species. This amazing species has many different color forms, all of which are beautiful. This species is not the easiest to grow, but those who are successful with growing it think it is well worth the effort. Flowers last incredibly long---up to 10 months!

A soft yellow flowered form of this species.

Complete Name: Dendrobium cuthbertsonii Yellow form
Pronunciation of Genus: Den-droh’-bee-um
Origin: New Guinea
Description and Qualities: This amazing species has many different color forms, all of which are beautiful. This species is not the easiest to grow, but those who are successful with growing it think it is well worth the effort. Flowers last incredibly long—up to 10 months!
Flower Description: Flowers range from about 1 1/4″ to 2″ (3 to 5 cm) wide.
Season of Bloom: Winter to Spring
Plant Size Category: Miniature. Miniatures are up to 3″ (7.5 cm.) high and/or wide.
Mature Size & Habit: Plants grow to about to about 3″ (7.5 cm) tall.
Species or Hybrid? Species
Ease of Culture: Intermediate. Orchids in this category are recommended to growers who have mastered growing at least a few of the easier ones in the Easy category. They frequently have higher light and humidity requirements. They can usually be grown on a bright windowsill (east or south facing). They may be more particular in their cultural requirements to insure re-blooming.
Light Requirement: Medium. Very bright east facing window with at least 8 hours of diffused sunlight or a south facing window with light diffused curtain, between 1500-3000 foot-candles. Top of foliage should be 6″ from a 4-tube fluorescent light setup. Orchids should be placed at the center of the growing lights where it is the brightest. Can also be grown under HID (high intensity discharge lights.) Casts a very distinguishable shadow with the hand test. Use 60% shade on greenhouse.
Temperature Preference: Cool to intermediate. Night temperatures: 55°F (13°C); Day temperatures: 10°-15°F (5°-8°C) warmer than night temperatures.
Potting Medium: Fine well drained mix. Do well in pots of tree fern.
Cultural Tips: Require excellent air movement, high humidity, and constant moisture.


Photo and information courtesy of Steven A. Frowine
from his book “Miniature Orchids”





Orchid of the Day
Dendrobium cuthbertsonii Pink and White Form



Dendrobium cuthbertsonii Pink and White Form: The variable flower colors of this species includes this two toned, pink and white form.

The variable flower colors of this species includes this two toned, pink and white form.

Complete Name: Dendrobium cuthbertsonii Pink and White Form
Pronunciation of Genus: Den-droh’-bee-um
Season of Bloom: Winter to Spring
Plant Size Category: Miniature. Miniatures are up to 3″ (7.5 cm.) high and/or wide.
Species or Hybrid? Species
Ease of Culture: Intermediate. Orchids in this category are recommended to growers who have mastered growing at least a few of the easier ones in the Easy category. They frequently have higher light and humidity requirements. They can usually be grown on a bright windowsill (east or south facing). They may be more particular in their cultural requirements to insure re-blooming.
Light Requirement: Medium. Very bright east facing window with at least 8 hours of diffused sunlight or a south facing window with light diffused curtain, between 1500-3000 foot-candles. Top of foliage should be 6″ from a 4-tube fluorescent light setup. Orchids should be placed at the center of the growing lights where it is the brightest. Can also be grown under HID (high intensity discharge lights.) Casts a very distinguishable shadow with the hand test. Use 60% shade on greenhouse.
Temperature Preference: Cool to intermediate. Night temperatures: 55°F (13°C); Day temperatures: 10°-15°F (5°-8°C) warmer than night temperatures.


Photo and information courtesy of Steven A. Frowine
from his book “Miniature Orchids”





Orchid of the Day
Dendrobium cuthbertsonii Orange Form



Dendrobium cuthbertsonii Orange Form: A sparkling orange form of this species.

A sparkling orange form of this species.

Complete Name: Dendrobium cuthbertsonii Orange Form
Pronunciation of Genus: Den-droh’-bee-um
Season of Bloom: Fall to Winter
Plant Size Category: Miniature. Miniatures are up to 3″ (7.5 cm.) high and/or wide.
Species or Hybrid? Species
Ease of Culture: Challenging. These orchids should not be attempted until you have been successful with at least some of the orchids in the Intermediate category. They frequently have very specific requirements of humidity, day and/or night minimum or maximum temperatures, or special dormancy treatments. Do not attempt to grow these until you thoroughly understand their cultural requirements and are confident that you can provide them.
Light Requirement: Medium. Very bright east facing window with at least 8 hours of diffused sunlight or a south facing window with light diffused curtain, between 1500-3000 foot-candles. Top of foliage should be 6″ from a 4-tube fluorescent light setup. Orchids should be placed at the center of the growing lights where it is the brightest. Can also be grown under HID (high intensity discharge lights.) Casts a very distinguishable shadow with the hand test. Use 60% shade on greenhouse.
Temperature Preference: Cool to intermediate. Night temperatures: 55°F (13°C); Day temperatures: 10°-15°F (5°-8°C) warmer than night temperatures.


Photo and information courtesy of Steven A. Frowine
from his book “Miniature Orchids”





Orchid of the Day
Dendrobium cruentum



Dendrobium cruentum: The waxy and clear white flowers of Dendrobium cruentum also offer a sweet scent. An attractive, neat, easy to grow dendrobium with fragrant flowers that last over a month.

The waxy and clear white flowers of Dendrobium cruentum also offer a sweet scent.

Complete Name: Dendrobium cruentum
Pronunciation of Genus: Den-droh’-bee-um
Description and Qualities: An attractive, neat, easy to grow dendrobium with fragrant flowers that last over a month.
Flower Description: 1 1/2 to 1 3/4″ ( 3.3 to 4.5 cm) flowers borne singly along the cane. Flowers are creamy white with red markings in the throat.
Season of Bloom: Winter to Spring
Plant Size Category: Dwarf. Dwarfs are 3″ to 8″ (20 cm.) high and/or wide.
Mature Size & Habit: 10-12″ (20 -30 cm) tall.
Species or Hybrid? Species
Ease of Culture: Easy. These orchids are especially recommended for the new orchid grower. They are tolerant of varying light conditions, usually medium to low intensity, can be grown in the home in most windowsills or under fluorescent light set-ups, do not have high humidity, adapt well to average room temperatures, and will dependably re-bloom with a modicum of care.
Light Requirement: Medium. Very bright east facing window with at least 8 hours of diffused sunlight or a south facing window with light diffused curtain, between 1500-3000 foot-candles. Top of foliage should be 6″ from a 4-tube fluorescent light setup. Orchids should be placed at the center of the growing lights where it is the brightest. Can also be grown under HID (high intensity discharge lights.) Casts a very distinguishable shadow with the hand test. Use 60% shade on greenhouse.
Temperature Preference: Intermediate to warm. Night temperatures: 60°F (16°C); Day temperatures: 10°-15°F (5°-8°C) warmer than night temperatures.
Potting Medium: Medium mix. Well drained.
Cultural Tips: Keep damp except for several days of drier conditions in the winter to induce early spring flowering.


Photo and information courtesy of Steven A. Frowine
from his book “Miniature Orchids”





Orchid of the Day
Dendrobium Chinsai



Dendrobium Chinsai: Dendrobium Chinsai presents imposing flowers on a dwarf plant. This bright and cheery hybrid is the result of combining two different dwarf species.

Dendrobium Chinsai presents imposing flowers on a dwarf plant.

Complete Name: Dendrobium Chinsai
Pronunciation of Genus: Den-droh’-bee-um
Origin: Registered by Sak Takagi in 1981.
Description and Qualities: This bright and cheery hybrid is the result of combining two different dwarf species.
Flower Description: 2″ (5 cm) light pink flowers with single prominent dark burgundy spots on the lip.
Season of Bloom: Winter to Spring
Plant Size Category: Dwarf. Dwarfs are 3″ to 8″ (20 cm.) high and/or wide.
Mature Size & Habit: About 6″ (15 cm) tall.
Species or Hybrid? Hybrid
Parent #1: Den. moniliforme
Parent #2: Den. unicum
Ease of Culture: Intermediate. Orchids in this category are recommended to growers who have mastered growing at least a few of the easier ones in the Easy category. They frequently have higher light and humidity requirements. They can usually be grown on a bright windowsill (east or south facing). They may be more particular in their cultural requirements to insure re-blooming.
Light Requirement: Medium. Very bright east facing window with at least 8 hours of diffused sunlight or a south facing window with light diffused curtain, between 1500-3000 foot-candles. Top of foliage should be 6″ from a 4-tube fluorescent light setup. Orchids should be placed at the center of the growing lights where it is the brightest. Can also be grown under HID (high intensity discharge lights.) Casts a very distinguishable shadow with the hand test. Use 60% shade on greenhouse.
Temperature Preference: Intermediate. Night temperatures: 55°-60°F (13°-16°C); Day temperatures: 10°-15°F (5°-8°C) warmer than night temperatures.
Potting Medium: Fine textured, well drained media in pots.


Photo and information courtesy of Steven A. Frowine
from his book “Miniature Orchids”



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