Status:
valid
Authors:
J.J.Wood
Source:
wcs
Year:
2008
Citation Micro:
Malesian Orchid J. 1: 137 (2008)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000835425
Common Names
- Dendrobium Yongii
- Yong's Dendrobium
- Dendrobium Yongi
Description
Dendrobium yongii (also called Yong's Dendrobium, among many other common names) is an epiphytic orchid species native to the Philippines. It has long, thin stems and small, white flowers with yellow and purple markings. It grows in humid forests and is found in the provinces of Luzon and Mindanao.
Uses & Benefits
Dendrobium yongii is a species of orchid native to Indonesia. It is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and for landscaping.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Dendrobium yongii is white with yellow stripes and a yellow lip. The seed is small and round, and the seedlings are small and green.
Cultivation and Propagation
Dendrobium yongii is an epiphytic orchid native to the tropical forests of Southeast Asia. It prefers a warm, humid environment with bright, indirect light. Propagation is done by division of the rhizomes or by seed. The seed should be sown on a well-drained, sterile medium and kept in a warm, humid environment.
Where to Find Dendrobium yongii
Dendrobium yongii is native to the Malaysian state of Sarawak on the island of Borneo. It is found growing on trees in the lowland rainforest.
Dendrobium yongii FAQ
What is the scientific name of Dendrobium yongii?
Dendrobium yongii
What is the natural habitat of Dendrobium yongii?
Tropical rainforests of Thailand
What is the flowering season of Dendrobium yongii?
June to August
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,