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Dendrobium Frosty Dawn

Name

Family Name
Genus Epithet
Infraspecific Epithet
Comments

Classifications and Characteristics

Plant Growth Form Epiphyte, Herbaceous Plant
Lifespan (in Singapore) Perennial

Biogeography

Preferred Climate Zone Tropical, Sub-Tropical / Monsoonal

Description and Ethnobotany

Growth Form Sympodial orchid with stems 15-20cm tall
Taxonomy Hybrid between Dendrobium Dawn Maree and Dendrobium Lime Frost

Landscaping Features

Desirable Plant Features Ornamental Flowers
Landscape Uses Small Gardens, Container Planting

Plant Care and Propagation

Light Preference Full Sun
Water Preference Moderate Water, Occasional Misting
Planting Remarks Grow under 1 layer of shade netting (about 70-80% sunlight) under tropical lowland conditions. Use well drained/ porous media for potting.
Pest(s) Sucking Insects
Propagation Method Division, Tissue Culture

Foliar

Mature Foliage Colour(s) Green

Floral (Angiosperm)

Flower Colour(s) Cream / Off-White, Green - Light Green, Orange, White, Yellow / Golden

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Others

Master ID 32500
Species ID 6912
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Species record last updated on: 20 April 2020.
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