Dendrobium aka Burana Greenstar Orchid

Dendrobium is a large genus of mostly epiphytic and lithophytic orchids in the family Orchidaceae. With over 1,800 species, these orchids are found in diverse habitats throughout south, east, and southeast Asia, including countries like China, Japan, India, the Philippines, Indonesia, and Australia. They also thrive in New Guinea, Vietnam, and various Pacific islands. Unlike other orchids, Dendrobiums have roots that creep over the surface of trees or rocks, rarely touching soil. The plants develop up to six leaves in a tuft at the tip of a shoot, while their unbranched flowering stems carry one to many flowers. Although attempts have been made to divide Dendrobium into smaller genera, the World Checklist of Selected Plant Families has not widely accepted these proposals. These medium-sized orchids are evergreen or semi-evergreen, forming clumps with upright stems (pseudobulbs) that can reach 40-50cm in length. The noded stems are adorned with thin, leaf-bearing sheaths. Typically, four to six lance-shaped, dark green leaves grow on the upper half or near the top of each stem. Emerging from the axils of leaves and the tips of mature pseudobulbs, upright flowering stems up to 30cm long carry 12-15 pale yellow, 3-4cm large flowers. For those who appreciate flowering plants, Dendrobium Orchids are a perfect addition to any garden. Native to Southeast Asia, this genus comprises over 2,000 plant species. These orchids are known as epiphytes, as they grow on other plants, such as tree branches. Dendrobium Orchids are sought after for their profuse blooms, which come in a variety of pastel tones. These stunning plants can grow up to 48 inches (1.2m) tall and wide, adding a touch of exotic beauty to any space.