Dendrobium kingianum

Dendrobium kingianum syn Thelychiton kingianum or 'Pink Rock Orchid' - Plant Care, Watering, Fertilizer and growing conditions for Den. kingianum.

Readily available form sale from Online Orchid Specialists, Dendrobium kingianum species and cultivars are a fragrant easy care orchid.

The markings on the lip vary on this lovely orchid, many hybrids are available with intense colors. These are a hardy winter flowering orchid, easy to care for and with tall flower stems are a great cut flower. An excellent orchid for beginners and a great source for the enthusiast who wishes to hybridise. One form used is 'var. silcockii' which has white tepals and a purple lip.

Dendrobium kingianum hybrids and varieties

Dendrobium kingianum syn Thelychiton kingianum or 'Pink Rock Orchid' is widely hybridised. Originally from East Coast of Australia (New South Wales and Queensland) Dendrobium kingianum is mainly lithophytic (growing on rocks) and sometimes epiphytic (growing on trees).

A varied species Dendrobium kingianum (pictured above right) flower color ranges from the pure white of Dendrobium kingianum var. alba through to pink and red. Flowers are fragrant and Dendrobium kingianum will bloom in late winter to spring.

Care and Culture

Proper care of Dendrobium kingianum species requires good drainage, and filtered light, generally regarded as a hardy orchid.

Water well but remember that good drainage is essential - Dendrobium kingianum do not like to dry out completely (and do like a little humidity) although a little less water in fall and winter seems to work.

Try growing in pots with lots of air circulation, avoid frosts, water Dendrobium kingianum well during summer and hot spells, fertilize during summer with a weak low nitrogen fertilizer.

With local conditions in the US varying greatly cultivation and care requirements although basically similar will require some modification, especially in colder areas. Consult with your supplier and ask for specific instructions for your Zone.