This rhizomatous epiphytic perennial orchid has slender non-tapering reddish pseudobulbs (stems) and forms a clump. It has glossy green lanced-shaped leaves and the fragrant pale-yellow flowers appear in sprays during spring.  

Hardiness zones 9 to 12 

Dendrobium gracilicaule is naturally found in Australia from far north Queensland to Sydney in New South Wales and extending to Lord Howe Island and New Caledonia. 

It grows in forests on trees or on rocks in moist leaf mould in a semi shaded protected position  with wind, frost and drought protection.  

The Tiger Orchid is grown for its flowers and is used in sub-tropical garden settings as a specimen or grown in containers. It is suitable for coastal regions and establishes from division in 1 to 2 years.It is commonly grown in a shade house as a specimen plant. ID 2460

Dendrobium (den-DRÕ-bee-um) gracilicaule (gray-sil-e-KAU-lee)

Orchidaceae (or-kid-AY-see-ee)
Orchid Family