Oncidium welteri

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

Native to: Brazil

General Information

Welter's Oncidium is a sympodial cool to warm growing orchid belonging to the sub family Epidendroideae native to Brazil. It is named after the Brazilian Preist and Discoverer of species in the 1900's.

Altitude
683 - 683 m
0
2500
Flower Size
0.2 - 1.6 cm
Small
Medium
Large
Temperature
9 - 22 °C
Cold
Cool
Intermediate
Warm
Hot
Water
40 - 59 %
Keep Dry
Low
Medium
High
Keep Moist
Light
22000 - 22000 lux
Full Shade
Low
Medium
High
Full Sun

Plant Description

Sympodial. Each new growth has numerous oblong shaped leaves

Climate

Grows at low elevations. Rainfall ranges from 19mm to 281mm per day, heaviest in July and lightest in January. Temperature ranges from 12C to 27C, highest in August (18C to 27C) and lowest in January (12C to 21C).

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.

Potting

This plant does well mounted.

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