A Note on Nomenclature

This is one of the Australian species involved in a proposed change of genus name from Dendrobium, as it has been known since its discovery and identification, to Dockrillia. The purpose of this proposed change is to create a separate new genus which would group together a number of terete-leaved species heretofore classified as being in the Dendrobium genus. Although this change has been promoted by Australian botanists for the past couple of decades and is used by Australian botanists, it has not yet been accepted by the Royal Horticultural Society, which is the registering authority.

These notes have been used at our Cultural and New Grower’s Meetings. They are from various sources and we thank the authors. All articles are supplied in good faith and the Bribie Island Orchid Society and its members will not be held responsible for any loss or damage.

By Mel Wheeler                             These notes have been used at our Cultural and New Grower’s Meetings. They are from various sources and we thank the authors. All articles are supplied in good faith and the Bribie