The small white-yellow flowers of this miniature orchid stand in striking contrast to its fleshy leaves. They also often exude a delicate fragrance, which makes them appear all the more lovely. In the wild, it grows as an epiphyte under different climatic conditions and can therefore tolerate both warmer and cooler temperatures.
The product photos show examples of the plant. You will receive a specimen that corresponds to the product photos in terms of size, shape and coloring.
- Growth type: Upright
- Origin: North-east India, Bangladesh, Myanmar, Thailand, Malaysia, Vietnam, Sumatra, Java, Borneo and the Philippines
- Other names: The Thick-Leaved Dendrobium, Bolbodium pumilum, Bolbodium pusillum
Ben's tips on plant care:
- Location/light requirements: bright, but avoid direct sunlight
- Substrate: mounted on Xaxim or in well-drained orchid substrate with good drainage
- Temperature: optimal at 24-29 °C (day), 15-20 °C (night)
- Watering: Spray regularly when tied up, but allow the plant to dry out well. Otherwise water 1-2 times a week when the upper substrate layers begin to dry. Only use lukewarm water with a low lime content. Water less in winter.
- Humidity: requires high humidity, use a humidifier or place it in the terrarium
- Addition of nutrients: Only fertilize moderately every 1-2 weeks with diluted orchid fertilizer during the growth period.
- Ensure that the terrarium is well ventilated to prevent fungal infestation.
