Dendrobium speciosum

Owned by Mark S (@markymark).

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Notes

Family: Orchidaceae. Known commonly as the Rock Lily or King Orchid, this species is native to Australia. It is highly valued for its dense spikes of fragrant flowers. Generally non-toxic to cats and dogs.

Details

Identity & Classification

Common Name
Rock Orchid

Growth & Physical Traits

Plant Type
Orchid, Epiphyte, Flowering Ornamentals, Houseplant
Growing Medium
orchid bark mix
Growth Habit
Epiphyte, Clumping

Lifecycle & Reproduction

Propagation Method
Division

Care & Requirements

Watering Needs
Medium Water Needs
Temperature Range
Warm Temperate (50–80°F / 10–27°C)
Humidity Range
High Humidity (60–80%)
Light Needs
Bright Indirect Light

Origin & Source

Natural Habitat Location
Eastern Australia

Collection Context

Quantity
1
Added Details
Family: Orchidaceae. Known commonly as the Rock Lily or King Orchid, this species is native to Australia. It is highly valued for its dense spikes of fragrant flowers. Generally non-toxic to cats and dogs.
Rock Orchid
Dendrobium speciosum by markymark

Dendrobium

speciosum

Common NameRock Orchid

Growth & Physical Traits

Plant Type
Orchid, Epiphyte, Flowering Ornamentals, Houseplant
Growth Habit
Epiphyte, Clumping
Growing Mediumorchid bark mix

Lifecycle & Reproduction

Propagation Method
Division

Care & Requirements

Watering Needs
Medium Water Needs
Temperature Range
Warm Temperate (50–80°F / 10–27°C)
Humidity Range
High Humidity (60–80%)
Light Needs
Bright Indirect Light

Origin & Source

Natural Habitat LocationEastern Australia

Collection Context

Quantity
1

Added Details

Family: Orchidaceae. Known commonly as the Rock Lily or King Orchid, this species is native to Australia. It is highly valued for its dense spikes of fragrant flowers. Generally non-toxic to cats and dogs.