Dendrobium संचारी

🌱 About the plant

Cane orchid of the eastern hills, flowering along last year’s bare canes.

Growing it

Stop watering in December; the dry rest is what triggers flowering.

What it is for

Balcony orchid; long-lasting spring flowers.

🪴 How to grow

Sunlight

Bright filtered light

Water

Dry rest in winter is essential

Season

Apr–Jun

Grows in

Balcony, Windowsill

Mature size

30–60 cm

First harvest

Flowers from year three

Stop watering in December; the dry rest is what triggers flowering.

🌾 Traditional uses

Traditionally used — recorded as tradition, not as established effect. The two registers below are kept separate on purpose.

Traditional knowledge

Balcony orchid; long-lasting spring flowers.

Scientific evidence

This record has not yet assessed the research on these uses. Absence of an assessment here is not evidence either way.

Important: Traditional plant use does not replace professional medical advice. Do not treat a condition on the strength of this page — speak to a doctor.

🐝 Ecological value

🗺️ Where it grows in India