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Genus |
Dendrobium |
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Species |
chrysanthum |
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Tribe |
Epidendreae |
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Subtribe |
Dendrobinae |
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Altitude |
2600ft to 6000ft |
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Habitat |
Epiphytic |
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Description |
Pseudobulbs 90-200 cm, somewhat curved; leaves 10-15 cm
x 2.5-4 cm, lanceolate, acuminate; flowers in fascicles
of 2-4 on leafy growths, bright orange-yellow, waxy, 4-5
cm across; sepals oblong ovate; petals broadly obovate;
lip orbicular, margins fimbriate, convolute over the
column at the base |
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Flower color |
Orange yellow |
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Distribution |
Nepal, Sikkim, Bhutan, Darjeeling, Khasia Hills, Burma,
Thailand |
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Flowering |
September-October |
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Fruiting |
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Temperature |
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Light |
Semi shade |
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Old name/synonyms |
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Reference |
1. Sir George King and Robert Pantling, The Orchids of
the Sikkim-himalaya. Vol. VIII. Pg. 55. 2. Udai C.
Pradhan, Indian Orchids: Guide to identification &
culture. Vol.II.1979, pg. 322. 3. Paul Bruhl, A guide
to the Orchids of Sikkim. Pg. 62 |
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Rhododendron
Amongst the many
floral treaties of Sikkim Himalaya one of the earliest ones may be
found over the genus Rhododendron (Gk. rhodo = red, dendrons = tree
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Orchid
Orchid
known for their brilliance in colors, unusual shapes
attractive growth habits, variety in fragrance and
exquisite beauty can attract any nature lovers.
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Medicinal Plant
Sikkim
with its total geographical area of 7,096 sq km is
bestowed with a huge diversity of flora and fauna.
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