Paph. Roth question

[Paul Mc]

How large do they get? It's a rothschildianum or something like that. Sorry im butchering the name.

[Pelepel]

Normally, I see crosses of this species. Also known as the "King of Paphs!" However, here is a link that perhaps can give you some scale. I'm not quite sure if this is a mature specimen; however, it perhaps could be close! Hope this helps:

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[Ray]

A mature plant can have leaves of 18" or more in length.

[billc]

The mature roth I have is approx. 24" leaf span. I would guess if you really grow it well it could up to 30+ ". They are certainly worth growing if you have some room. Pelepel is correct- King of Paphs!

Bill

[Pelepel]

I would certainly love to grow one, if my dendrobium spectabile wasn't being such a space hog and spiking like crazy! Ever read Orchid Fever by Eric Hansen? Pretty entertaining chapter about "The King" and I enjoyed the book overall.