Oberonia padangensis

Also known as: The Padang Oberonia or Oberonia spiralis Iridorkis spathulata Oberonia patentifolia Oberonia betongensis Malaxis spathulata Malaxis spiralis Malaxis equitans Oberonia spathulata in the subfamily: Epidendroideae

Native to: Malaysia Thailand

General Information

The Padang Oberonia is a cool to hot growing epiphytic orchid belonging to the sub family Epidendroideae native to Malaysia and Thailand. It is named after the An area of Western Sumatra.

Plant Description

Each new growth has numerous lance shaped leaves

Flowers

Numerous fragrant blossoms appear during Autumn

Fragrance

The orchid is fragrant.

Blooming Season

• Autumn

Care Notes

These orchids have a fine root system that can quickly die back if left dry for too long, but also does not like to be kept wet, so water regularly but ensure that the mix is dry before watering. 

Fragrant:

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Climate

These orchids grow in cool climates, at low altitudes, in cool plains, forests or coastal scrub.

They are forgiving of humidity variances as long as temperatures are kept on the cool side. They can do well outdoors in the garden in cool and temperate areas, though it is important that they are protected from warm dry winds. They can enjoy morning sun especially in winter but will need protection from the hot sun in the afternoon and during summer. With some acclimatisation they may be able to receive more sun.

 

Grows at low to high elevations.

Potting

These plants are quite forgiving and will do well repotted ever 2-3 years. The mix should be coarse, well draining, and allow space for air to move and for roots to grow. 

Alternatively, these plants will also do well mounted to tree fern or cork slabs, or mounted to trees.

Best time for repotting or mounting the orchids is the end of winter when new growths start to appear. Avoid repotting during hot weather,