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Dendrobium Mother Teresa

Name

Family Name
Genus Epithet
Infraspecific Epithet
Comments

Classifications and Characteristics

Plant Growth Form Herbaceous Plant
Lifespan (in Singapore) Perennial

Biogeography

Preferred Climate Zone Tropical

Description and Ethnobotany

Taxonomy Hybrid created by Neo Tuan Hong - this is a cross between Dendrobium White Fairy and Dendrobium Candy Stripe

Landscaping Features

Desirable Plant Features Ornamental Flowers
Landscape Uses Small Gardens, Container Planting

Plant Care and Propagation

Light Preference Full Sun
Water Preference Moderate Water, Occasional Misting
Rootzone Tolerance Easy to Grow
Planting Remarks Grow under 1 layer of shade netting (about 70-80% sunlight) under tropical lowland conditions. Can be grown potted using a mix of charcoal and pieces of brick, or any other well drained, porous media. 
Pest(s) Sucking Insects

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Others

Master ID 32591
Species ID 7003
Flora Disclaimer The information in this website has been compiled from reliable sources, such as reference works on medicinal plants. It is not a substitute for medical advice or treatment and NParks does not purport to provide any medical advice. Readers should always consult his/her physician before using or consuming a plant for medicinal purposes.
Species record last updated on: 20 April 2020.
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