Pink Rock Orchid (Dendrobium kingianum) is a resilient Australian native orchid, known for its vibrant pink to purple flowers and ease of cultivation.
At-a-glance light, water, soil, and growing conditions from plant data
Bright
75% intensity
Bright, indirect light is ideal. Avoid direct, harsh sun.
Moderate
50% intensity
Allow potting mix to nearly dry out between waterings. Reduce in winter.
Well-draining orchid mix (e.g., bark chips, charcoal, perlite)
50% intensity
Moderate
50% intensity
Average room temperatures are suitable. Cooler winter temperatures can promote blooming.
Moderate
50% intensity
Fertilize during the growing season with diluted orchid food. Reduce in winter.
Safety information from plant toxicity data
| Attribute | Value |
|---|---|
| Toxic for humans | No 0/5 intensity |
| Toxic for pets | No 0/5 intensity |
| Edible | No |
Non-toxic
Key traits and growing stats from plant data
Watering, pruning, propagation, and repotting details from plant data
Water thoroughly when the potting mix is nearly dry. Avoid letting the plant sit in water, as this can lead to root rot. Reduce watering during cooler, dormant periods, typically in winter.
Ensure good air circulation to help the potting medium dry out between waterings.
Remove spent flower spikes and any dead or yellowing leaves. Cut back old, leafless pseudobulbs only if they show signs of decay, as they can still store nutrients.
Pruning helps maintain plant health and directs energy towards new growth and flowering.
Propagate by division when the plant becomes overcrowded. Gently separate the pseudobulbs, ensuring each division has at least three healthy pseudobulbs and some roots.
Allow the cut surfaces to dry for a day before repotting into a suitable orchid mix.
Repot every 2-3 years or when the potting medium breaks down. Use a well-draining orchid mix, such as bark chips or sphagnum moss.
Repot after flowering, typically in spring, to avoid disturbing the plant during its active growth or bloom cycle.
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Monthly activity intensity for bloom and fruit across both hemispheres.
Flowering & fruiting calendar
Flowering & fruiting calendar
Photos of Pink Rock Orchid (Dendrobium kingianum)
Where Pink Rock Orchid (Dendrobium kingianum) is found
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Common names and botanical synonyms
Botanical classification
| Rank | Name |
|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae |
| Division | Tracheophyta |
| Class | Liliopsida |
| Order | Asparagales |
| Family | Orchidaceae |
| Genus | Dendrobium |
| Species | Dendrobium kingianum |
Similar in genus Dendrobium
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