Dendrobium Airy Blue

Dendrobiums species and hybrids of the sections Phalaenanthe have become some of the most readily available in the horticultural trade. The iconic Phalaenopsis-type Dendrobiums derived from Den. biggibum and the miniaturized Antelope Dendrobiums . Species and hybrids in these sections are known for their long sprays of brightly colored flowers which appear annually and can last for months at a time. These Dendrobiums can bloom repetitively over several years from the same mature canes. Many of the natural species, can reach impressive sizes, with upright canes that stretch over six feet in length. Meanwhile, derivative hybrids typically range in height from six inches to three feet. Phalaenanthe are typically hardy, vigorous growers which are well-suited for beginner orchid growers.

The genus Dendrobium was established by Schwartz in 1799 and currently numbers more than 1000 species distributed throughout tropical and subtropical Asia, the islands of the south Pacific and into Australia. The name Dendrobium comes from ancient Greek dendros meaning tree and bios meaning life in reference to the epiphytic nature of this genus.