Dendrobium is an orchid in the Orchidaceae family; let us introduce you to this orchid.

Other names of Dendrobium

Dendrobium is also known as Linlan, Jinsheng, Dulan, Jinchaihua, Qiannianrun, Huangcao, Diaolanhua and so on.

Morphological characteristics of Dendrobium

Stem: Dendrobium grows epiphytically on tree trunks or in tree hollows, and its flower colors are extremely diverse, mainly white and red-purple; its cold resistance is excellent, making it the most cold-tolerant of the foreign orchids. If you observe the stem of Dendrobium, you will find that the stem is somewhat rod-shaped; this is the pseudobulb. Its stems have growth forms such as rhizomes, upright stems, and pseudobulbs.

Leaves: some have one leaf, and some have multiple leaves.

Flowers: the petals are relatively narrow and bright, and the lip is entire or three-lobed, and connects to the base of the column.

Fruit: Dendrobium is a large genus in the Orchidaceae family; it has more than 1,000 native species, with many plant forms and flower shapes. It is distributed across most of Asia, and its vitality is tenacious.

Characteristics: it has growth forms such as upright rhizomes or pseudobulbs; its leaves range from one to many; the flower colors are bright; the petals are relatively narrow; and the lip is entire and connects to the base of the column.

Growth habits of Dendrobium

The growing environment for Dendrobium should be far from pollution sources, and it is best to keep it away from urban areas promptly.

The maximum temperature for cultivating Dendrobium should not exceed 37°C, and the minimum temperature should preferably not be lower than -5°C; it is best to set the day-night temperature difference relatively large, because in such places the quality of the cultivated Dendrobium will be much better, the polysaccharide content will be relatively higher, and the daily yield should also be much higher.

It is best not to plant other crops around it.

Water sources are convenient; in dry environments the humidity should be high, and plant it in a place with good ventilation.

Flower language of Dendrobium

Dendrobium has a strong-willed yet peaceful and amiable temperament, and many countries regard it as the "flower of Father's Day." Giving Dendrobium on Father's Day represents perseverance and courage. The flower language of Dendrobium is: auspiciousness, blessing, purity, welcome, happiness. Yellow Dendrobium is the flower given to fathers on Father's Day or a father's birthday, implying the father's fortitude, kindness and dignity, and expressing a kind of respect for the father.