Dendrobium spenceanum - Uses, Benefits & Care
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
spenceanum
ID:
806329
Status:
valid
Authors:
Ormerod
Source:
wcs
Year:
2005
Citation Micro:
Austrobaileya 7: 187 (2005)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000805663
Common Names
- Dendrobium spenceanum
- Spencean Dendrobium
- Dendrobium
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Dendrobium spenceanum (also called 'Spence's Dendrobium', among many other common names) is an epiphytic orchid of the Orchidaceae family. It has long, thin stems with small, oval leaves and white or yellow flowers. It is native to Southeast Asia and grows in humid, tropical forests. It is often found growing on trees and other plants in shady, moist habitats.
Uses & Benefits
Dendrobium spenceanum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a source of medicine.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Dendrobium spenceanum is white with a yellow center. The seed is oval and brown. The seedlings are small and white.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Dendrobium spenceanum is an epiphytic orchid that can be grown in warm to hot climates. It prefers bright light and should be grown in a well-draining medium such as bark or sphagnum moss. Propagation can be done by division or by seed. Seeds should be sown on a sterile medium and kept in a warm, humid environment.
Where to Find Dendrobium spenceanum
Dendrobium spenceanum can be found in India, Sri Lanka, and Myanmar.
Dendrobium spenceanum FAQ
What is the ideal temperature for Dendrobium spenceanum?
Dendrobium spenceanum prefers temperatures between 65-85°F (18-29°C)
How much light does Dendrobium spenceanum need?
Dendrobium spenceanum prefers bright, indirect light.
How often should I water Dendrobium spenceanum?
Water Dendrobium spenceanum when the soil is dry to the touch, about once a week.
Species in the Dendrobium genus
Dendrobium archipelagense, Dendrobium contextum, Dendrobium farinatum, Dendrobium fusciflorum, Dendrobium limpidum, Dendrobium numaldeorii, Dendrobium parnatanum, Dendrobium protractum, Dendrobium pseudorarum, Dendrobium racieanum, Dendrobium sidikalangense, Dendrobium sleumeri, Dendrobium speckmaieri, Dendrobium stellare, Dendrobium suzukii, Dendrobium tampangii, Dendrobium trantuanii, Dendrobium crassilabium, Dendrobium ianthinum, Dendrobium lanuginosum, Dendrobium sutiknoi, Dendrobium bifurcatum, Dendrobium brillianum, Dendrobium eymanum, Dendrobium flebiliflorum, Dendrobium paragnomus, Dendrobium sibuyanense, Dendrobium spenceanum, Dendrobium spinuliferum, Dendrobium stipiticola, Dendrobium trankimianum, Dendrobium vietnamense, Dendrobium bicolense, Dendrobium chapaense, Dendrobium cymbicallum, Dendrobium davaoense, Dendrobium heokhuii, Dendrobium ochthochilum, Dendrobium optimuspatruus, Dendrobium pleasancium, Dendrobium reginanivis, Dendrobium rickscottianum, Dendrobium roseosparsum, Dendrobium vogelsangii, Dendrobium cowenii, Dendrobium arunachalense, Dendrobium jiajiangense, Dendrobium wangliangii, Dendrobium ravanii, Dendrobium niveobarbatum,
Species in the Orchidaceae family
Aa fiebrigii, Aa hartwegii, Aa hieronymi, Aa leucantha, Aa lorentzii, Aa macra, Aa achalensis, Aa maderoi, Aa mandonii, Aa matthewsii, Aa microtidis, Aa paleacea, Aa argyrolepis, Aa riobambae, Aa rosei, Aa schickendanzii, Aa sphaeroglossa, Aa trilobulata, Aa weddelliana, Aa aurantiaca, Aa calceata, Aa colombiana, Aa denticulata, Aa erosa, Aa figueroi, Aa lozanoi, Aa lehmannii, Acampe carinata, Acampe cephalotes, Acampe ochracea, Acampe pachyglossa, Acampe praemorsa, Acampe joiceyana, Acampe hulae, Acanthophippium bicolor, Acanthophippium chrysoglossum, Acanthophippium curtisii, Acanthophippium eburneum, Acanthophippium gougahense, Acanthophippium javanicum, Acanthophippium lilacinum, Acanthophippium mantinianum, Acanthophippium parviflorum, Acanthophippium pictum, Acanthophippium splendidum, Acanthophippium striatum, Acanthophippium sylhetense, Acanthophippium curtisii, Achlydosa glandulosa, Acianthera aculeata,
References
The Plant List v1.1 record kew-343950: Based on the initial data import
Paul Abel Ormerod (b.1969): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Ormerod' in the authors string.