Dendrobium bensoniae

1 Plant bloom size , pot 1.5" 

🪴 Cultivation of Dendrobium bensoniae

1. Light

• Bright, indirect light; some direct morning sun is good.

• Similar light to Cattleya or Dendrobium nobile types.

2. Temperature

• Intermediate to warm growing.

  • Day: 20–30°C (68–86°F)

  • Night: 10–18°C (50–64°F)

• Can tolerate cooler nights if kept dry.

3. Humidity

• 50–80% humidity.

• Good air circulation is essential to prevent rot and fungal issues.

4. Watering

• During growing season (spring/summer):

  • Water thoroughly and regularly.

• During dormancy (late autumn/winter):

  • Reduce watering significantly.

  • Keep slightly dry but don’t let pseudobulbs shrivel.

5. Fertilizer

• Use balanced orchid fertilizer (e.g., 20-20-20), half strength.

  • Weekly in active growth.

  • Stop feeding during dormancy.

6. Potting

• Mount on bark or grow in a well-draining orchid mix:

  • Medium-fine bark

  • Charcoal

  • Perlite

• Repot every 2–3 years, ideally after flowering.

🌱 Dormancy Tips

Like many Dendrobiums, bensoniae benefits from a cool, dry rest period during winter to encourage blooming in spring.