Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
crassum
ID:
1411594

Status:
valid

Authors:
(D.L.Jones, B.Gray & M.A.Clem.) J.M.H.Shaw

Source:
wcvp

Year:
2014

Citation Micro:
Orchid Rev. Suppl., 122(1306): 38. 2014 [Jun 2014] [Quart. Suppl. Int. Reg. Orchid Hybrids]

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001424059

Common Names

  • Dendrobium Crassum
  • Crassum Orchid
  • Dendrobium Orchid

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Description

Dendrobium crassum (also called 'Thick-leaved Dendrobium', among many other common names) is a species of orchid native to Southeast Asia. It is an epiphytic plant, meaning it grows on other plants, and is characterized by its thick, fleshy leaves and white flowers with yellow and purple markings. It grows in humid, tropical forests.

Uses & Benefits

Dendrobium crassum is used for its edible fruits, as an ornamental plant, and as a medicinal plant.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Dendrobium crassum is a small, white, bell-shaped flower with a yellow centre. The seed is a small, dark brown nut with a hard outer shell. The seedlings are small, green, and have a single stem with small, oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Dendrobium crassum is a tropical orchid native to Central and South America. It prefers warm temperatures and bright, indirect light. It should be grown in a well-draining soil mix and watered regularly. Propagation is done by division or by seed. Division should be done when the orchid is actively growing. Seeds should be sown in a well-draining soil mix and kept moist. Provide adequate light and humidity for the seedlings to thrive.

Where to Find Dendrobium crassum

Dendrobium crassum is native to India, Nepal, and Sri Lanka.

Dendrobium crassum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Dendrobium crassum?

Dendrobium crassum

What is the common name of Dendrobium crassum?

Thick-leaved dendrobium

What is the natural habitat of Dendrobium crassum?

It is native to South America and can be found in tropical rainforests

Species in the Dendrobium genus

Dendrobium archipelagense, Dendrobium contextum, Dendrobium farinatum, Dendrobium fusciflorum, Dendrobium limpidum, Dendrobium numaldeorii, Dendrobium parnatanum, Dendrobium protractum, Dendrobium pseudorarum, Dendrobium racieanum, Dendrobium sidikalangense, Dendrobium sleumeri, Dendrobium speckmaieri, Dendrobium stellare, Dendrobium suzukii, Dendrobium tampangii, Dendrobium trantuanii, Dendrobium crassilabium, Dendrobium ianthinum, Dendrobium lanuginosum, Dendrobium sutiknoi, Dendrobium bifurcatum, Dendrobium brillianum, Dendrobium eymanum, Dendrobium flebiliflorum, Dendrobium paragnomus, Dendrobium sibuyanense, Dendrobium spenceanum, Dendrobium spinuliferum, Dendrobium stipiticola, Dendrobium trankimianum, Dendrobium vietnamense, Dendrobium bicolense, Dendrobium chapaense, Dendrobium cymbicallum, Dendrobium davaoense, Dendrobium heokhuii, Dendrobium ochthochilum, Dendrobium optimuspatruus, Dendrobium pleasancium, Dendrobium reginanivis, Dendrobium rickscottianum, Dendrobium roseosparsum, Dendrobium vogelsangii, Dendrobium cowenii, Dendrobium arunachalense, Dendrobium jiajiangense, Dendrobium wangliangii, Dendrobium ravanii, Dendrobium niveobarbatum,

Species in the Orchidaceae family

Aa fiebrigii, Aa hartwegii, Aa hieronymi, Aa leucantha, Aa lorentzii, Aa macra, Aa achalensis, Aa maderoi, Aa mandonii, Aa matthewsii, Aa microtidis, Aa paleacea, Aa argyrolepis, Aa riobambae, Aa rosei, Aa schickendanzii, Aa sphaeroglossa, Aa trilobulata, Aa weddelliana, Aa aurantiaca, Aa calceata, Aa colombiana, Aa denticulata, Aa erosa, Aa figueroi, Aa lozanoi, Aa lehmannii, Acampe carinata, Acampe cephalotes, Acampe ochracea, Acampe pachyglossa, Acampe praemorsa, Acampe joiceyana, Acampe hulae, Acanthophippium bicolor, Acanthophippium chrysoglossum, Acanthophippium curtisii, Acanthophippium eburneum, Acanthophippium gougahense, Acanthophippium javanicum, Acanthophippium lilacinum, Acanthophippium mantinianum, Acanthophippium parviflorum, Acanthophippium pictum, Acanthophippium splendidum, Acanthophippium striatum, Acanthophippium sylhetense, Acanthophippium curtisii, Achlydosa glandulosa, Acianthera aculeata,

References

David Lloyd Jones (b.1944): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'D.L.Jones' in the authors string.
Bruce Gray (b.1939): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'B.Gray' in the authors string.
Mark Alwin Clements (b.1949): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'M.A.Clem.' in the authors string.
Julian Mark Hugh Shaw (b.1955): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'J.M.H.Shaw' in the authors string.