What kind of orchid?

[VeronicaUlloa]

Hi again! What kind of orchid is this? I tried looking it up online and found a similar one named dendrobium burana glow... If it is a dendrobium, will the pseudobulbs grow new leaves? Or are these semi dry bulbs a list cause? What kind of maintenance am I looking at here? Thank you in advance for all your advice.

[Orchid Whisperer]

This is a "Phalaenopsis type" Dendrobium from Dendrobium section Phalaeanthe, so-called due to the superficial resemblance to Phalaenopsis (moth orchid) flowers. You probably won't be able to accurately identify it beyond that (which doesn't mean you can't enjoy it!)

The canes will not grow new leaves. Some Dendrobiums grow baby plants (keikis) on the canes, and those will have leaves.

Even if they don't have leaves, the old canes will help the plant as long as they have not turned completely dry. Think of them as energy storage for future flowers.

[VeronicaUlloa]

Thank you so much for your reply. That helps tons. Fingers crossed for a nice couple keikis when she's done blooming these beauties.

[Roberta]

Originally Posted by VeronicaUlloa

Thank you so much for your reply. That helps tons. Fingers crossed for a nice couple keikis when she's done blooming these beauties.

Also, along with the possibilities of keikis, you can expect new growth from the base of the plant (probably next spring), and that leads to new flowers. Patience, orchids don't do anything fast.

[VeronicaUlloa]

I've noticed, they are quite slow and I lack patience. I have a sick vanda that won't sprout new roots and it's about to drive me insane.