Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
kelamense
ID:
922057

Status:
valid

Authors:
Metusala, P.O'Byrne & J.J.Wood

Source:
wcs

Year:
2010

Citation Micro:
Malesian Orchid J. 5: 30 (2010)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000921392



Common Names

  • Dendrobium kelamense
  • Kelamense Dendrobium
  • Kelamense Orchid


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Description

Dendrobium kelamense (also called Kelam Dendrobium, among many other common names) is a species of orchid native to Vanuatu. It is a small epiphytic orchid with a pseudobulb and long, thin leaves. It is found in humid forests in the islands of Vanuatu. It grows in the understory of the forest, on trees and rocks.

Uses & Benefits

Dendrobium kelamense is used as an ornamental plant, as a source of food, and for medicinal purposes.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Dendrobium kelamense has white flowers that are star-shaped and grow in clusters. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are short and succulent.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Dendrobium kelamense is an epiphytic orchid that is native to Southeast Asia. It prefers bright, indirect light and high humidity. Plant in a well-draining potting mix and water regularly. Fertilize every two weeks during the growing season. Propagate by division or seed.

Where to Find Dendrobium kelamense

Dendrobium kelamense is native to Indonesia and can be found in the tropical rainforests.

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-466925: Based on the initial data import
Jeffrey James Wood (b.1952): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'J.J.Wood' in the authors string.
Peter O'Byrne (b.1955): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'P.O'Byrne' in the authors string.
Destario Metusala: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Metusala' in the authors string.