Dendrobium lasianthera

Dendrobium lasianthera is endemic to New Guinea and grows epiphytically on tall trees below 100 meters (330 feet) in very humid habitats near rivers, streams, and in swamp forests. In nature, some plants are nearly always in bloom. Repot anytime new roots are growing. This species has been awarded 21 times by the AOS with two FCCs and the majority of the rest AMs. It has been used frequently in hybridizing with 276 F1 offspring and 1,596 progeny.

Photographer: Eric Hunt https://www.flickr.com/photos/ericinsf

Grower: Kreg Martin

Info: Charles Baker culture sheet www.orchidculture.com and OrchidWiz 20.A