Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
ketrickkianum
ID:
1332986

Status:
valid

Authors:
P.O'Byrne, Gokusing & A.L.Lamb

Source:
ipni

Year:
2015

Citation Micro:
Malesian Orchid J. 16: 16 (2015)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001345440





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Description

Dendrobium ketrickkianum (also called 'Ketrick's Dendrobium' and 'Ketrick's Orchid', among many other common names) is a species of orchid native to Southeast Asia. It is a small epiphyte with a thin stem, reaching a maximum height of around 10 cm. It has thin, leathery leaves and small, yellowish flowers with a white labellum. It grows in humid, shady forests, often among mosses and lichens.

Uses & Benefits

Dendrobium ketrickkianum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Dendrobium ketrickkianum is a small, white flower with a yellowish-green center. The seed is a small, round, black seed. The seedlings are small and have a light green color.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Dendrobium ketrickkianum is an epiphytic orchid that grows to a height of about 1 m (3 ft). It has small, white flowers that bloom in spring and summer. It prefers partial shade and well-drained soil. Propagation is by division or cuttings.

Where to Find Dendrobium ketrickkianum

Dendrobium ketrickkianum can be found in the tropical rainforests of Southeast Asia.

Dendrobium ketrickkianum FAQ

What is the common name of Dendrobium ketrickkianum?

Orchid

What is the optimal temperature for Dendrobium ketrickkianum?

65-75°F (18-24°C)

What is the optimal light for Dendrobium ketrickkianum?

Medium to bright, indirect light

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

Anthony Lamb (b.1942): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'A.L.Lamb' in the authors string.
Peter O'Byrne (b.1955): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'P.O'Byrne' in the authors string.
Linus Gokusing: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Gokusing' in the authors string.