Dendrobium bigibbum
Cooktown Orchid
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Australia's Queensland floral emblem — dazzling violet-pink, long-lasting blooms and popular hybrid parent.
Care Notes
Watering
Reduce water in winter but avoid full dryness; warm grower.
Potting & Media
Coarse bark or slab; excellent drainage.
Getting It to Bloom
High light and mature canes produce the best autumn shows.
FAQ
Is the Cooktown orchid protected?
Wild plants are protected in Australia; buy nursery-propagated plants only.
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