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Dendrobium aqueum

An epiphytic Dendrobium of the Western Ghats of India, recorded from Maharashtra (Mahabaleshwar area) south through Karnataka (Kodagu) to Kerala, mostly at about 750–1300 m. A field note describes moist deciduous to evergreen forest. It lives with a very heavy monsoon and a long, sunny dry season, and needs a clear winter rest in cultivation.

At home, aim for
Day IntermediateTargets in Plantistry
Night Close to the dayTargets in Plantistry
Humidity Ordinary room humidityBand in Plantistry
Light Bright, filtered lightDLI and PPFD in Plantistry
Expects a seasonal restGrows on trees (epiphyte)

Where it grows wild

Epiphytic in moist deciduous to evergreen forest of the Western Ghats, according to an observer's note.

The measured sites are at 750–1320 m; most records give no elevation.

India

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✓ Day and night temperature targets, and the limits it tolerates
✓ Humidity band, and how to hold it
✓ Light as DLI and PPFD for a grow light
✓ Wet and dry seasons, and whether to rest it
✓ Substrate and airflow
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