Oncidium duveenii

Also known as: Duveen's Oncidium in the subfamily: Epidendroideae

Native to: Brazil

General Information

Duveen's Oncidium is a cool to warm growing orchid belonging to the sub family Epidendroideae native to Brazil.

Altitude

665 - 1110 m

2500

Size

15 - 39 cm

Miniature

Small

Medium

Large

Extra Large

Giant

Flower Size

0.6 - 5 cm

Small

Medium

Large

Temperature

9 - 22 °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

Grows to 15-39cm. Each new growth has a single elliptic leaf that grows to 3-30cm long. Pseudobulbs grow to 1-9cm

Flowers

Numerous blossoms appear during Autumn

Blooming Season

Autumn

Climate

Grows at low to high elevations. Rainfall ranges from 10mm to 145mm per day, heaviest in June and lightest in January. Temperature ranges from 9C to 27C, highest in August (16C to 27C) and lowest in January (9C to 22C).

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.