Dendrobium geminatum
An epiphytic orchid of the mountains of western Malesia, also known as Epigeneium triflorum, which forms large clumps on the branches of big forest trees. In Java it grows at about 1,000–1,800 m, and it bears groups of three to six creamy white flowers about 5 cm across from winter to spring. Grow it as an intermediate to cool orchid on a mount or in a shallow basket, with bright shade, humid moving air and cool nights.
Where it grows wild
It forms large clumps on the branches of large trees in montane forest, where the air is cool, humid and moving and the roots dry quickly after rain.
In Java it grows at about 1,000–1,800 m. Elevation data from the other islands were not found.
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