Dendrobium Comet King ('Akatsuki') (PBR) | Orchid
pink orchid
This orchid, Dendrobium Comet King, from South East Asia has to be one of the showiest forms available. An abundance...
The name Dendrobium comes from the Greek word 'dendron' meaning ‘tree’ and 'bios' meaning ‘life’. Many Dendrobium species are known for being good at removing toluene (the most important ingredient in thinner) and xylene (a solvent for resins and fats) from the air. They are therefore viewed as natural air conditioners.
Plant description
Flower spikes appear when conditions are right, often after a slightly cooler, drier rest period, rewarding you with repeat displays through the year. This will typically be from late winter though to midsummer.
Please note that our plants come in nursery pots as standard, unless a decorative pot cover is included as an option.
Eventual height & spread
Flowering period
- Jan
- Feb
- Mar
- Apr
- May
- Jun
- Jul
- Aug
- Sep
- Oct
- Nov
- Dec
Plant features
Position
Bright, indirect light
Rate of growth
Average
Soil
Specialist compost
Hardiness
Frost tender
How to care for Dendrobium Comet King ('Akatsuki') (PBR):
Once it has flowered you can trim off the spent flowers but leave the 'cane' stems as they may support some more flowers in the following years. Over time some of the older 'canes' may become a bit woody and shrivelled - these can be cut off at the base as long as there are three new healthy canes with leaves. To flower in subsequent years the plant will need cool temperatures in the autumn and early winter for the buds to develop, and remember to reduce the watering.
Once the buds have formed you can increase the watering and move it back to a warmer room to enjoy the floral display.
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