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Dendrobium Orchids

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Basic Dendrobium Orchid Flower Information


Common Names
Dendrobium

Scientific Name
Genus species Orchid – Dendrobium aggregatum
Family Orchidaceae

History
Since Victorian times, a special meaning has been attached to flowers. The flowers are native to Southeast Asia, Japan, Taiwan, Indonesia, China, the Philippines and Australia. Their name derives from the Greek word kymbe, meaning "boat," and refers to the blooms' hollowed lips.

Dendrobium Orchid Flower Meaning
Refinement, beauty

Astrological Flowers
N/A

Birth Month Flower
N/A

Floral Design Qualities For Dendrobium Orchids


Type Of Use: Flower

Form: Line/Filler

Fragrance: N/A

Line: Straight or Curved

Silhouette: Open/Branched

Blossom Texture: Satin

Stem Size: 12-18"

Blossom Size: 1-2"

Vase Life: 1-3 weeks

Dendrobium Orchid Design Uses
Dendrobium are used mostly in corsages and wedding work, but the flowers are versatile and can be incorporated into other designs as well.

Dendrobium Orchid Flower Colors
Oranges, yellows, yellows/greens, green, red/purples, whites/ivories

Blooming Seasons
Spring, Fall, Winter.

General Flower Availability
Year Round, Spring, Summer, Fall, Winter

Wedding Flower Availability
Year Round, Spring, Summer, Fall, Winter

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