Oncidium allenii

Native to: Panama

General Information

Oncidium allenii is a sympodial orchid belonging to the sub family Epidendroideae native to Panama.

Plant Description

Sympodial. Grows to 0.1cm. Each new growth has numerous lance shaped oblong shaped leaves that grow to 1.7-30cm long. Pseudobulbs grow to 2-5cm

Climate

Grows at low to high elevations. Rainfall ranges from 0mm to 196mm per day, heaviest in October and lightest in February. Humidity ranges from 70% to 88%, highest in October and lowest in February. Temperature ranges from 16C to 27C, highest in February (18C to 27C) and lowest in January (16C to 24C).

Watering

These orchids prefer a wet-dry cycle between waterings, they should be watered frequently but only when the moisture is approaching dryness, where the pot feels light and/or the media looks dry. Keep an eye on mounted orchids in warm weather as they may dehydrate quickly.

Fertiliser

Reduce fertiliser when plant is dormant.