Dendrobium antennatum

Dendrobium antennatum, often called an antelope-type Dendrobium, is a striking orchid from New Guinea and northern Australia. Its flowers feature slender, upright, twisting petals in fresh green tones, paired with paler segments and a contrasting lip, creating a lively silhouette that resembles a pair of elegant horns.

Care Guide

• Light: Provide bright, filtered light. Gentle morning sun can encourage strong growth and flowering, but avoid harsh midday exposure.
• Water: Water regularly during active growth, allowing the growing medium to approach dryness between waterings. Keep slightly drier when growth slows, but do not impose a hard dry rest.
• Humidity: Maintain moderate to high humidity with strong air circulation.
• Temperature: Grow in warm to intermediate conditions. Protect the plant from cold temperatures and prolonged chills.
• Growing medium: Use a coarse, fast-draining orchid mix that keeps the roots well aerated. Repot when new roots begin to emerge.

With warmth, bright filtered light, and steady care, Dendrobium antennatum develops into an impressive specimen whose long-lasting, antelope-like flowers bring unmistakable character to the collection.