Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
lydiae
ID:
1318092

Status:
valid

Authors:
Cootes, M.Leon & Naive

Source:
ipni

Year:
2016

Citation Micro:
OrchideenJ. 4(3): 5 (2016)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001330546



Common Names

  • Dendrobium lydiae
  • Lydiae Dendrobium
  • Dendrobium


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Description

Dendrobium lydiae (also called Lydia's Dendrobium, among many other common names) is an epiphyte, growing up to 40 cm in height. It is native to Indonesia and is found in humid forests, at elevations of 500-1000 m.

Uses & Benefits

Dendrobium lydiae is an ornamental plant that is grown for its attractive flowers. It is also used in traditional Chinese medicine to treat coughs and other respiratory ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Dendrobium lydiae is white in color with a yellow center. The seed is a small, black, round drupe. The seedlings have a single cotyledon and a pair of opposite, simple leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Dendrobium lydiae is an epiphytic orchid that grows in humid, tropical climates. It can be propagated through division or by seed. To cultivate, provide bright, indirect light and high humidity. Water regularly and fertilize monthly during the growing season.

Where to Find Dendrobium lydiae

Dendrobium lydiae can be found in the Caucasus region of Eastern Europe, primarily in Russia and Georgia.

Dendrobium lydiae FAQ

What is the scientific name of Dendrobium lydiae?

Dendrobium lydiae

What is the common name of Dendrobium lydiae?

Lydiae

Where is Dendrobium lydiae found?

Indonesia

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

James Edward Cootes (b.1950): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Cootes' in the authors string.
Miguel de Leon: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'M.Leon' in the authors string.
Mark Arcebal K. Naive: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Naive' in the authors string.