Dendrobium

The dendrobium is an orchid variety native to tropical climates. They have slender stems up to two feet long. Flowers grow 2 1/2 to 3 1/2 inches across. Colors range from blends of mauve, containing deeper colored veins, to maroon and pale purple.

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DENDROBIUM PHALAENOPSIS

For simplicity, keep the shading on these flowers to a minimum. You can also enhance the artistic quality of your drawing by adding a background in select areas.

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