The Dendrobium chrysotoxum is an orchid that stands out for its beauty.
It is native to Southeast Asia, especially in the following countries:
- Myanmar
- Thailand
- China
- India
- Bangladesh
- Nepal
- Vietnam
- And others.
This orchid was described in the year 1847 by John Lindley.
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How to Care for Dendrobium Chrysotoxum
This is an orchid of medium cultivation difficulty.
Therefore, pay close attention when taking care of it.
Below, I have separated some tips to help you cultivate it more easily.
See also: Dendrobium Orchids Care
Light
The Dendrobium chrysotoxum likes plenty of light, especially in the morning.
But do not forget, like most orchids, this plant may not withstand direct sunlight.
To determine if it is receiving too much light, observe the color of its leaves.
- More yellow than usual: too much sun
- Darker green than usual: too little sun
Gradually adjust the location of your orchid so it can receive the ideal lighting.
Know that during winter, more light will help you make your orchid bloom.
Temperature
This is an orchid that thrives in warm climates.
Its temperature during the day can vary between 77 and 89.6°F (25 and 32ºC), with 77°F (25°C) being during the colder months and 89.6°F (32°C) during the hotter months.
But it can also withstand slightly lower or higher temperatures (for a short period).
During the night, a temperature drop of 12.6 to 59°F (7°C to 15°C) is recommended.
Therefore, temperatures between 50 and 64.4°F (10°C to 18°C) at night are ideal.
Humidity
Ideal humidity will make your orchid more resistant to pests and diseases.
So, provide your chrysotoxum with higher humidity during summer, around 80%.
During winter, it should decrease slightly, about 60% is ideal.
For tips on increasing the humidity in your home, check out this article.
Pots, Potting Mixes, and Repotting
As it likes to stay relatively humid, it is recommended to plant your Dendrobium chrysotoxum in clay pots.
Another option would be to place them in plastic pots with excellent drainage soil.
Speaking of potting mixes, they should primarily do one thing for this orchid.
Ensure rapid drainage.
Repotting should occur after flowering, when the roots are growing.
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Fertilizer
They like plenty of fertilizer.
But be very careful not to overdo it and kill your plant.
Fertilization can occur in weekly doses with 1/2 or 1/4 strength with an NPK 10-10-10 or NPK 20-20-20 fertilizer.
That means, if the fertilizer requires 1 tablespoon for every 1 liter of water, you will provide:
- 1/2: 1 tablespoon for every 2 liters of water.
- 1/4: 1 tablespoon for every 4 liters of water.
Now, between spring and summer, you can use a fertilizer with more nitrogen.
After that, until autumn, provide more phosphorus to your plant.
Characteristics
Dendrobium chrysotoxum are epiphytic orchids and in some cases rupicolous.
They live on trees in evergreen forests, where they receive good light.
They can also appear on rocks; in these cases, they are found in more open forests.
Their habitat ranges from 1312 to 5249 feet (400 to 1600 meters) above sea level.
If you want to have one, know that you won’t need much space, as they are small, ranging from 3.9 to 11.8 inches (10 to 30cm) in height.
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Flowers
A very interesting characteristic is that its flowers are large compared to the size of the plant.
They usually have a diameter of 2 inches (5cm) and form 2 or more yellow clusters on the plant.
The chrysotoxum blooms in spring, and its flowers are yellow with various shades.
These flowers are fragrant, having a honey scent, and typically last for 15 days.
Conclusion
If you are thinking of having a Dendrobium, this is an excellent choice.
Its cultivation may not be straightforward, but with these tips, you will be able to cultivate it easily.
If you want to learn more, you can access the article how to care for orchids.
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