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Dendrobium kingianum
Pink Rock Orchid
Origin: Native to Australia.
| Family |
| Orchidaceae |
| Genus |
| Dendrobium |
| Species |
| kingianum |
| Category |
| Perennials, Tropicals, Weeds |
| USDA Hardiness Zone |
| 12a - 12b |
| Canadian Hardiness Zone |
| Greater than 9a |
| RHS Hardiness Zone |
| H1b |
| Temperature (°C) |
| 10 to 15 |
| Temperature (°F) |
| 50 to 60 |
| Height |
| 0.1 - 0.5 m |
| Spread |
| 0.1 - 0.5 m |
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Description and Growing Information
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| General Description |
| A delicate orchid with fragrant flowers appearing in a variety of bright colours. |
| Landscape |
| Gardens, containers, and as potted specimens. |
| Cultivation |
| Grow in an open medium with plenty of light, fresh air and moderate to high humidity. Requires neutral soil, and partial shade. Commonly cultivated indoors. |
| Shape |
| Columnar to upright. |
| Pests |
| Susceptible to aphids, glasshouse red spider mite and mealybugs |
| Habitat |
| Naturally occurring along the east coast of Australia on rocky surfaces and in crevices. |
| Colour Description |
| Flowers can vary between pink, purple, and white. |
| Notable Specimens |
| Chelsea Physic Garden, London, United Kingdom. |
| Propagation |
| Propagate by division. |
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