Odontoglossum auriculatum

Also known as: The Eared Odontoglossum in the subfamily: Epidendroideae

Native to: Departamento del Huila - Colombia

General Information

The Eared Odontoglossum is a sympodial cold to cool growing orchid belonging to the sub family Epidendroideae native to Colombia.

Altitude

317 - 2000 m

2500

Size

25 - 30 cm

Miniature

Small

Medium

Large

Extra Large

Giant

Flower Size

0.7 - 7 cm

Small

Medium

Large

Humidity

54 - 77 %

100

Temperature

0 - 15 °C

Cold

Cool

Intermediate

Warm

Hot

Water

40 - 59 %

Keep Dry

Low

Medium

High

Keep Moist

Light

36000 - 36000 lux

Full Shade

Low

Medium

High

Full Sun

Plant Description

Sympodial. Grows to 25-30cm. Each new growth has numerous erect arching, lance shaped, oblong shaped leaves that grow to 1.5-28cm long. Pseudobulbs grow to 3.5-7cm. The plant forms clusters over time

Flowers

Numerous fragrant blossoms appear

Fragrance

The orchid is fragrant.

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Climate

Grows at low to high elevations. Rainfall ranges from 15mm to 119mm per day, heaviest in November and lightest in July. Humidity ranges from 54% to 77%, highest in November and lowest in July. Temperature ranges from 12C to 22C, highest in September (14C to 22C) and lowest in January (12C to 19C).

Watering

These orchids are sensitive to excessive watering and should only be watered when they look thirsty. Water infrequently and ensure that the roots are dry before watering. Keep an eye on them especially during hot weather as overwatering can lead to rot, whereas underwatering may result in wilting or shriveling, which while unattractive, will not kill the plant.