Dendrobium Comet King ('Akatsuki') (PBR)
pink orchid
This orchid from South East Asia has to be one of the showiest forms available. An abundance of stunning pinky-purple scented flowers...
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
Please note that the pot in the photograph is not supplied with the plant (which is sent out in a simple nursery pot). They do however make excellent potted plants, and if you wish to pot yours up, we do have a wide range of pots on our website to choose from.
Eventual height & spread
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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