Noble Dendrobium

Dendrobium nobile

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Partial Shade

Moderate care

Light watering

Tender

12b

USDA zone

13°C

Minimum temperature

Expected size

Height		Spread
50cm	Max	50cm
10cm	Min	10cm

5 years to reach maturity

Flowering

spring
summer
autumn
winter

This plant has a strong fragrance

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Noble Dendrobium Overview

Dendrobium nobile is also known by the common name Noble dendrobium, it is an epiphytic orchid species in the Orchidaceae family. One of the most popular epiphytic orchids in cultivation, this species is commonly grown as an ornamental. It produces showy, scented, waxy, white and purple-pink blooms measuring between 5-7cm across. Foliage is bright green, leathery in texture and strap-shaped. Leaves are produced alternately on stems and this species makes an attractive and interesting houseplant.

Common problems with Noble Dendrobium

How to harvest Noble Dendrobium

Generally not harvested.

How to propagate Noble Dendrobium

Division

Divide the plant when it over fills it's pot.

Special features of Noble Dendrobium

Attractive flowers

Pot plant

Indoor plant

Use an epiphytic orchid compost.

Other uses of Noble Dendrobium

Grown for their beautiful and unusual flowers.