What type of den ?

[chidlove]

Just brought home another dendrobium It isn't like my other two den/phals. Is this a den/phal type, or is there something else in its back ground ?
Its quite large, and the cane and leaves look like a nobile, but it is like a den/phal type in regards to blooming [from on top]
Appreciate any thoughts

[Ordphien]

A hybrid with antelope dendrobium influence.
I have a similar one called 'warawan'.
I find, pretty consistent moisture, I try to keep mine pretty evenly damp. Bright light. Cattleya levels. And more even temperatures. No rest.
So basically treat it like a phal den but a little warmer.

It's beautiful btw.

[chidlove]

Originally Posted by Ordphien

A hybrid with antelope dendrobium influence.
I have a similar one called 'warawan'.
I find, pretty consistent moisture, I try to keep mine pretty evenly damp. Bright light. Cattleya levels. And more even temperatures. No rest.
So basically treat it like a phal den but a little warmer.

It's beautiful btw.

Thanks so much for the cultural info,and quick reply

[chidlove]

" I have a similar one called 'warawan'."

I have searched and searched, but can't find a photo of this . Do you happen to have a picture of your warawan?

[Ordphien]

Sure.
It's not exactly the same as yours.
Mine has a bit more antelope I think.
Please excuse the terrible photo quality.

[chidlove]

Originally Posted by Ordphien

Sure.
It's not exactly the same as yours.
Mine has a bit more antelope I think.
Please excuse the terrible photo quality.

Very similar lip, and a bit twistier petals/sepals.
Pretty, pretty den!, and thanks so much for posting the pics ♥

[NYCorchidman]

That is so pretty!
I would have definitely bought it myself.

If it ever grows keikis...

Yes, it is definitely a phal/spatulata hybrid.

Should be easy to care for given the warmth and light. They will stay in bloom much of the year if well cared for.
If you keep this a bit cool (but do not go under 65 or definitely not under 60), keep the plant dry and water only very occasionally to prevent any potential root damage.

I had a warawan as well. It got huge and someone on this site wanted, but I could not send it. It was just so big.
I gave it to a local member.

[Suri85]

it's a Phal and spatulata hybrid, look a little bit like a blue form of Dendrobium serene chang

[chidlove]

Originally Posted by NYCorchidman

That is so pretty!
I would have definitely bought it myself.

If it ever grows keikis...

Yes, it is definitely a phal/spatulata hybrid.

Should be easy to care for given the warmth and light. They will stay in bloom much of the year if well cared for.
If you keep this a bit cool (but do not go under 65 or definitely not under 60), keep the plant dry and water only very occasionally to prevent any potential root damage.

I had a warawan as well. It got huge and someone on this site wanted, but I could not send it. It was just so big.
I gave it to a local member.

Thanks for the great info, and if it ever keikis ,

Originally Posted by Suri85

it's a Phal and spatulata hybrid, look a little bit like a blue form of Dendrobium serene chang

WOW, I just looked up serene chang, and other than a bit different color, they are the same!

Thanks so much for the name, [and no, mine is still a noid,] but at least I know the type, and what it resembles

[kdennis14]

Wow, this is lovely!