dendrobium
any of numerous epiphytic orchids of the genus Dendrobium, native to tropical and subtropical regions of the Eastern Hemisphere, having variously colored, often showy flowers.
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Countless are the species of dendrobium, many those of Laelia; but in each case no other shows this peculiarity.
The Woodlands Orchids | Frederick BoyleOne of the handsomest genera is dendrobium, containing many species, mostly natives of Southern Asia and the great islands.
The Romance of Natural History, Second Series | Philip Henry GosseAnother noteworthy dendrobium is the D. pierardi, whose prevailing colour is a beautiful rose or pale purple.
The Heart of Nature | Francis YounghusbandAmong them occur species of dendrobium, Coelogyne, Cleisostoma, etc.
The Solomon Islands and Their Natives | H. B. (Henry Brougham) Guppydendrobium hybrids are among the most numerous and useful as decorative flowers.
Orchids | James O'Brien
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