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Odoratum Oncidium
M. S. del. ( = Matilda Smith, 1854-1926), J. N. Fitch lith. ( = John Nugent Fitch, 1840–1927). Description by Joseph Dalton Hooker (1817—1911)
intermediateuncommonOncidium

Odoratum Oncidium

Oncidium odoratum

Expected Bloom WindowOut of season
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Oncidium odoratum is a species of dancing-lady orchid prized for its sprays of small, often yellow-and-brown flowers.

Bloomsyellowbrown
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Water when potting mix approaches dryness; reduce slightly after flowering.

Lightmedium

Bright filtered light; morning sun is ideal.

Foodmedium

Balanced fertilizer weakly weekly during active growth.

Temp

Intermediate 60-80F (16-27C)

Humidity

50-70%

Origin

Tropical Americas

Special care:Pseudobulbs should plump; shriveling indicates underwatering.

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