Dendrobium Taro Chip

Latouria-type Dendrobiums are vigorous growers and easy bloomers provided they are given enough light. As a general rule, dendrobiums generally enjoy warmer, wetter Spring-Fall and cooler, drier Winters. Flowers are similar to Den. Chocolate Chip in appearance. As a miniature Den, it will not reach the typical large size of similar hybrids. Smells like cinnamon or Snickerdoodles. Flower appearance may vary between plants. 

PLANT INFO:

Registered name: Dendrobium Taro Chip

Parent lineage: Dendrobium Micro Chip × Dendrobium atroviolaceum

Origin: Papua New Guinea

Type: Warm growing epiphyte

Pot Size: 4in

Plant height: 7-8in

Blooming size: YES, blooms last several months

Bloom info: 1in blooms in tight clusters that emerge from the top of new pseudobulb growths.

Fragrant: Yes, cinnamon Snickerdoodle

Toxic: No

CARE INFO:

Potting mix: Coarse orchid bark or well-draining bark mix. Repot in Spring.

Light: Bright indirect - partial direct light. South or West facing preferred.

Water: Water frequently in hot months when media is dry, decrease in cold months.

Temp: Intermediate-warm (55F min night, 90F max day).

Humidity: 30-60%, tolerant of low humidity.

Fertilizing: 1/2 strength urea-free fertilizer, every other watering as new roots and leaves emerge. Decrease or stop fertilizing in winter. General rule: begin in Spring, stop in Winter.