Dendrobium chrysotoxum var. suavissimum

Dendrobium chrysotoxum var. suavissimum is a dazzling epiphytic orchid found in the subtropical and tropical forests of Myanmar, Thailand, Laos, and Vietnam. It is particularly admired for its richly perfumed flowers and attractive clumps of yellow pseudobulbs. It produces 5–7 cm wide blooms in clusters, marked by a vivid orange throat and an intense, sweet fragrance. Flowers are honey-scented and appear in abundance during late spring or early summer, often before new leaves emerge. Forms attractive, upright to arching clumps of cylindrical pseudobulbs with deciduous leaves.

Care Tips

• Light: Prefers bright filtered light; tolerates some morning sun but avoid harsh midday exposure.
• Water: Requires regular watering in the warmer months, with a distinct dry period in winter to encourage flowering.
• Humidity: Thrives in moderate to high humidity (60–80%) with good air movement.
• Media: Grows well in open orchid bark mix or mounted on cork/fern slabs in humid environments.
• Temperature: Ideal range is 16–28 °C; protect from cold below 10 °C.
• Fertiliser: Apply a balanced orchid fertiliser fortnightly in the growing season; reduce or stop in winter dormancy.
• Repotting: Every 2–3 years or when media breaks down; best done after flowering and before new growth begins.