Dendrobium Garden

Musk Dendrobium (Dendrobium parishii) Botanical Characteristics Morphology: Stems oblique or pendulous, cylindrical (10–30 cm long, 1–1.3 cm thick); leaves leathery, narrowly oblong (7.5–12.5 cm long), apex asymmetrically bilobed. Flowers: Large, thin-textured purple blooms; lip rhombic-orbicular with dense villi and dark purple patches, edged with cilia; emits a strong musky scent resembling camphor. Flowering period: May–July, with individual flowers lasting 10–15 days. Distribution and Habitat Native range: Southeastern Yunnan and Guizhou in China, extending to India, Myanmar, Thailand, Laos, and Vietnam. Habitat: Epiphytic on tree trunks or rocks in montane forests (900–1800 m elevation). Thrives in warm (15–28°C), humid (>60% humidity), semi-shaded conditions; intolerant of direct sunlight. Cultivation and Propagation Planting methods: Mounting: Best on fir or fernwood boards with minimal…

• BranchLeaf
• 2025-05-30
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