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Brown tea tree orchid or thin tea tree o

Dendrobium canaliculatum

Brown tea tree orchid or thin tea tree o

About

Dendrobium canaliculatum, commonly known as the brown tea tree orchid or thin tea tree orchid, is an epiphytic or lithophytic orchid in the family Orchidaceae. It has cone-shaped or onion-shaped pseudobulbs, up to six deeply channelled, dark green leaves and up to thirty star-shaped, light brown to caramel-coloured white or greenish to apricot-coloured flowers with darker tips. It grows in tropical North Queensland and New Guinea.

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How to use it

This orchid is primarily grown for ornamental purposes due to its striking flowers and unique structure. It can be a beautiful addition to gardens or indoor spaces, bringing a touch of tropical elegance.

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Gardening tip

When planting the brown tea tree orchid, ensure it has a well-draining medium, as it thrives in epiphytic or lithophytic conditions. This will help mimic its natural habitat and promote healthy growth.

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Ecology

How it lives

Propagated by
Seed
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Name
Dendrobium canaliculatum
Slug
dendrobium-canaliculatum
Kingdom
Plantae
Family
Orchidaceae
Genus
Dendrobium
Species
canaliculatum
Wikidata QID
Q5978772
Propagule type
seed
Container suitable
No
Indoor suitable
No
OSSI pledged
No
Hazard level
1
Data completeness
43

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