Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
bakoense
ID:
836076

Status:
valid

Authors:
J.J.Wood

Source:
wcs

Year:
2008

Citation Micro:
Malesian Orchid J. 1: 110 (2008)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000835411



Common Names

  • Dendrobium Bakoense
  • Bakoense Dendrobium
  • Bakoense Orchid


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Description

Dendrobium bakoense (also called Bako Dendrobium, among many other common names) is a species of orchid native to Southeast Asia. It is a sympodial epiphyte with long, thin stems and bright green leaves. It produces fragrant, white flowers with yellow and purple stripes. It prefers warm, humid climates and is found in tropical rainforests, at altitudes between 500 and 1,500 m.

Uses & Benefits

Dendrobium bakoense is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. Its flowers are also used to make a tea that is believed to have medicinal properties.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Dendrobium bakoense has white flowers with yellowish-green markings. The seed is a small, dark brown, kidney-shaped capsule containing numerous small, black, angular seeds. The seedlings have two cotyledons and a short stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Dendrobium bakoense is an epiphytic orchid native to Malaysia. It prefers bright, indirect light and should be grown in a well-draining potting mix. Water regularly and fertilize monthly. Propagation is best done by division of the pseudobulbs.

Where to Find Dendrobium bakoense

Dendrobium bakoense is native to the Malaysian state of Sarawak on the island of Borneo. It is found growing on trees in the lowland rainforest.

Dendrobium bakoense FAQ

What is the best temperature for Dendrobium bakoense?

Dendrobium bakoense prefers temperatures between 18-25°C.

What is the best light for Dendrobium bakoense?

Dendrobium bakoense prefers bright, indirect light.

What is the best humidity for Dendrobium bakoense?

Dendrobium bakoense prefers a humidity of 50-70%.

Species in the Dendrobium genus

Dendrobium archipelagense, Dendrobium contextum, Dendrobium farinatum, Dendrobium fusciflorum, Dendrobium limpidum, Dendrobium numaldeorii, Dendrobium parnatanum, Dendrobium protractum, Dendrobium pseudorarum, Dendrobium racieanum, Dendrobium sidikalangense, Dendrobium sleumeri, Dendrobium speckmaieri, Dendrobium stellare, Dendrobium suzukii, Dendrobium tampangii, Dendrobium trantuanii, Dendrobium crassilabium, Dendrobium ianthinum, Dendrobium lanuginosum, Dendrobium sutiknoi, Dendrobium bifurcatum, Dendrobium brillianum, Dendrobium eymanum, Dendrobium flebiliflorum, Dendrobium paragnomus, Dendrobium sibuyanense, Dendrobium spenceanum, Dendrobium spinuliferum, Dendrobium stipiticola, Dendrobium trankimianum, Dendrobium vietnamense, Dendrobium bicolense, Dendrobium chapaense, Dendrobium cymbicallum, Dendrobium davaoense, Dendrobium heokhuii, Dendrobium ochthochilum, Dendrobium optimuspatruus, Dendrobium pleasancium, Dendrobium reginanivis, Dendrobium rickscottianum, Dendrobium roseosparsum, Dendrobium vogelsangii, Dendrobium cowenii, Dendrobium arunachalense, Dendrobium jiajiangense, Dendrobium wangliangii, Dendrobium ravanii, Dendrobium niveobarbatum,

Species in the Orchidaceae family

Aa fiebrigii, Aa hartwegii, Aa hieronymi, Aa leucantha, Aa lorentzii, Aa macra, Aa achalensis, Aa maderoi, Aa mandonii, Aa matthewsii, Aa microtidis, Aa paleacea, Aa argyrolepis, Aa riobambae, Aa rosei, Aa schickendanzii, Aa sphaeroglossa, Aa trilobulata, Aa weddelliana, Aa aurantiaca, Aa calceata, Aa colombiana, Aa denticulata, Aa erosa, Aa figueroi, Aa lozanoi, Aa lehmannii, Acampe carinata, Acampe cephalotes, Acampe ochracea, Acampe pachyglossa, Acampe praemorsa, Acampe joiceyana, Acampe hulae, Acanthophippium bicolor, Acanthophippium chrysoglossum, Acanthophippium curtisii, Acanthophippium eburneum, Acanthophippium gougahense, Acanthophippium javanicum, Acanthophippium lilacinum, Acanthophippium mantinianum, Acanthophippium parviflorum, Acanthophippium pictum, Acanthophippium splendidum, Acanthophippium striatum, Acanthophippium sylhetense, Acanthophippium curtisii, Achlydosa glandulosa, Acianthera aculeata,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-372640: Based on the initial data import
Jeffrey James Wood (b.1952): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'J.J.Wood' in the authors string.