Also known as String Of Dolphins
Dendrophorbium peregrinum is a species of orchid native to Southeast Asia, known for its delicate, often fragrant flowers and ease of cultivation.
At-a-glance light, water, soil, and growing conditions from plant data
Bright Indirect
75% intensity
Prefers bright, indirect light. Direct sunlight can scorch the leaves.
Moderate
50% intensity
Allow the top inch of soil to dry out between waterings. Avoid standing water.
Well-drained
50% intensity
Average Room Temperature
50% intensity
Thrives in temperatures between 18-24°C during the day and slightly cooler at night.
Light
25% intensity
Feed with a diluted orchid fertilizer during the growing season.
Key traits and growing stats from plant data
Watering, pruning, propagation, and repotting details from plant data
Water Dendrophorbium peregrinum thoroughly when the top 2-3 cm of soil feels dry. Avoid waterlogged conditions, as this can lead to root rot.
Reduce watering frequency during the cooler, dormant winter months to mimic its natural resting period. Ensure good drainage in the pot.
Prune Dendrophorbium peregrinum to maintain desired shape and size, and to remove any dead or damaged pseudobulbs and leaves. This is best done after flowering.
Sterilize your pruning tools to prevent the spread of diseases. Light pruning can encourage bushier growth.
Propagate Dendrophorbium peregrinum by division during repotting, typically in spring. Separate overgrown clumps into smaller sections, ensuring each section has at least 2-3 pseudobulbs and healthy roots.
Pot the divisions into well-draining orchid mix.
Repot Dendrophorbium peregrinum every 2-3 years, or when the potting medium begins to break down. Use a fresh, well-draining orchid mix.
Choose a pot that is only slightly larger than the current root ball to avoid overwatering issues.
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Flowering & fruiting calendar
Flowering & fruiting calendar
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Where Dendrophorbium Peregrinum (Dendrophorbium peregrinum) is found
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Common names and botanical synonyms
Botanical classification
| Rank | Name |
|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae |
| Division | Tracheophyta |
| Class | Magnoliopsida |
| Order | Asterales |
| Family | Asteraceae |
| Genus | Dendrophorbium |
| Species | Dendrophorbium peregrinum |
Similar in genus Dendrophorbium
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