Hooded Orchid (Dendrobium aphyllum)
Dendrobium aphyllum, the Hooded Orchid, is a deciduous orchid from Southeast Asia, featuring cascading stems and delicate, fragrant flowers.
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Sunlight
Bright, indirect light is ideal.
Watering
Water when the potting medium is nearly dry, reduce in cooler months.
Soil
A well-draining orchid mix is essential, typically consisting of bark chips, sphagnum moss, and perlite. This provides aeration and prevents water retention, crucial for preventing root diseases.
Temperature
Warm to intermediate temperatures are best.
Habitat
Greenhouse, Indoor, Outdoor
Fertilizer
Feed with diluted orchid fertilizer during the growing season.
Care Requirements
Bright, indirect light is ideal.
Avoid direct sun.
Water when the potting medium is nearly dry, reduce in cooler months.
Ensure good drainage.
A well-draining orchid mix is essential, typically consisting of bark chips, sphagnum moss, and perlite. This provides aeration and prevents water retention, crucial for preventing root diseases.
Warm to intermediate temperatures are best.
Avoid drastic fluctuations.
Greenhouse, Indoor, Outdoor
Feed with diluted orchid fertilizer during the growing season.
Reduce or stop in winter.
Plant Overview
Plant Type
Vine
Plant Category
Ornamental, Flowering
Plant Place Type
Hanging, Pot
Plant Environment
Greenhouse, Indoor, Outdoor
Lifespan
Perennials
Plant Height
0.5-1 m
Spread
1-2 m
Growth Rate
Moderate
Dormancy
Deciduous
Leaf Type
Absent during flowering season
Flower Size
3-4 cm
Optimal Sunlight Lux
30000
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- kingdomPlantae
- divisionTracheophyta
- classLiliopsida
- orderAsparagales
- familyOrchidaceae
- genusDendrobium
- speciesDendrobium aphyllum
Toxic for humans
No
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Toxic for pets
No
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Edible
No