Oncidium Orchid Care, Propagation, Watering & Growing Tips
Oncidium orchid, or Dancing Lady Orchid, is a popular plant native to Central America, South America, and the Caribbean. It is called the dancing lady orchid because its leaves resemble a dress. This flowering plant belongs to the genus Oncidium. It has brightly colored flowers that will grace your indoor garden.
Common Name |
Dancing Lady Orchid
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Plant Type
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Houseplants
Orchids
Perennials
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Taxonomy
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Scientific name
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Oncidium spp.
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Genus
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Oncidium
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Family
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Orchidaceae
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Order
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Asparagales
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Class
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Monocotyledons
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Oncidium Orchid Water Needs |
Water requirements and watering times for Oncidium Orchid.
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Water Needs
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Average
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Cups
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Generally, Oncidium Orchid needs water once every
7 days in 1
cups.
1 Cup = 250 ml, so at least Oncidium Orchid needs about 0.25 L per 7 days. |
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Oncidium Orchid Temperature, Humidity, and Light |
Ideal light, temperature & humidity needed for Oncidium Orchid to thrive. |
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Light Requirements |
± 4 hours
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Temperature |
56°F
to 85°F
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Humidity Preference |
High
The ideal humidity range for your Oncidium Orchid to thrive is between 40% and 70%. |
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Oncidium Orchid Soil Types and Growing Media |
Information about soil and suitable planting media for Oncidium Orchid. |
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Suitability in pots |
2L
Oncidium Orchid plants require different pot sizes as they grow. Start with a small pot of 2L. |
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Soil type |
loam
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Soil Drainage
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Well-Drainage
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Soil PH |
acid
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Oncidium Orchid Characteristics |
All you need to know about the characteristics of the Oncidium Orchid plant. |
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Maximum Height |
120 Inches or
4 meters
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Spread |
24 Inches or
1 meters
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Color |
Green
Light Pink
Bright Yellow
Chili Red
Purple
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Characteristics |
Fragrant
Plant of Merit
Showy
Evergreen
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Is Oncidium Orchid toxic to pets? |
No
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Garden Style |
Patio And Containers
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Oncidium Orchid Grow and Care |
Find out information on how to propagate Oncidium Orchid, when it flowers, and how to care for it. |
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Maintenance |
medium
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Propagation Methods |
seed
root division
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Flowering season |
autumn
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Oncidium Orchid Native Region |
Find out where the Oncidium Orchid plant originated. |
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Country |
South America
Central America
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